Refrigeration Technician

Job Description Job Description Company Description Bornstein Seafoods is dedicated to delivering the finest quality wild seafood, sourced directly from the ocean's depths. Family-owned and operated, the company prioritizes its customers, employees, and the responsible stewardship of ocean resources. With a proud heritage of expertise and a passion for sustainable practices, Bornstein Seafoods ensures exceptional products crafted by skilled professionals. Located in Astoria, OR, the company offers a unique combination of tradition, independence, and innovation to provide customers with seafood of unmatched quality. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role for a Refrigeration Technician, located in Astoria, OR. The Refrigeration Technician will perform preventive maintenance and repairs on refrigeration, HVAC, and other systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment issues, conducting regular inspections, and ensuring the proper functioning of equipment. The technician will work to maintain a safe and efficient work environment, complying with all safety and industry standards. Qualifications · Oversee and support refrigeration, electrical, and HVAC systems, including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting, and repairs (e.g., compressors, condensers, fans, heating and cooling equipment, contactors, motors, microprocessors, and variable frequency drives). · Execute preventive maintenance (PM) tasks within established timelines (e.g., oil analysis, filter changes, calibration of sensors and transducers, and compressor alignment checks/adjustments). · Ensure proper leak detection system operation; conduct required inspections and reporting; evaluate and implement energy management strategies. · Maintain product integrity through temperature monitoring and control; evaluate equipment condition and report findings. · Communicate clearly with management; provide daily updates on system operation and maintenance activities to management and maintenance teams. · Maintain housekeeping and cleanup of refrigeration machine rooms, refrigeration maintenance areas, and project areas daily. · Interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, and operating and maintenance manuals for systems being managed. · Operate power tools, hand tools, and other specialized electrical equipment. · Install, repair, and service specialized electrical equipment and machinery as needed. · Read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams. · Maintain a written to-do list of assigned and self-generated tasks. · Work safely at all times and take prompt action to correct or report safety hazards. · Support and help maintain the Process Safety Management (PSM) program. * · Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and organization are fully supported and successful.