EK Recruiting, LLC
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Compensation: $73,000 -$93,000 annually + Bonus

 

The Refrigeration Technician supports the Refrigeration Group and various Business Units with troubleshooting, repairing and calibration processes for refrigeration systems at a facility based out of Baytown, TX. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate Process Refrigeration Systems (Includes Start-Up & Shut-Down of Process Refrigeration Systems)
  • Perform shutdown maintenance & repairs on Process Refrigeration Systems
  • Provide maintenance, operation and emergency response for Process Refrigeration Machines
  • Perform the transfer of refrigerants (ammonia & CFC’s) and refrigerant oils to meet Environmental Regulatory requirements
  • Comply with the EPA regulatory requirements of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality & Refrigerant Compliance Management (ammonia emissions tracking & CFC refrigerant tracking)
  • Respond to and mitigate leaks on Process Refrigeration Machines containing ammonia
  • Read & understand P&ID’s & Electrical Control Diagrams
  • Execute preventative/predictive maintenance, unit readings (SKF software)
  • Write Level 2 Work Plans for ammonia related work on Process Refrigeration Machines
 
 
 
Minimum Qualifications
 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial or commercial large tonnage refrigeration systems
  • 5 years of experience maintaining industrial or commercial refrigeration control systems (preferably in a chemical production or support facility)
  • The eligibility to apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within a reasonable timeframe
  • Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License
 
 
Preferred Qualifications
 
  • Associate degree or certification from a technical school or military technical expertise
  • Possess a 24 Hour Haz-Mat Certification or be willing to complete the required training
  • Experience in Screw Compressor Refrigeration (ammonia & CFC)
  • Ability to troubleshoot Analog, Pneumatic, Micro-Processor & Computer Based issues
  • Experience with Control Systems on Process Refrigeration equipment
  • Experience with Absorption Refrigeration Units (ARU’s)
  • Federal EPA Refrigerant Certification (Type 2 and Type 3 or Universal)
 
 
Knowledge & Skills:
 
  • Knowledge of 5S or lean manufacturing methodology
  • SAP knowledge
  • Microsoft Office and experience with computer-based training
  • Fit tested for respiratory protection
  • Routinely push, pull, and lift 50 pounds while performing normal duties
  • Walk, stand, kneel for extended periods of time, climb stairs, vertical ladders, and work at heights more than 100ft
 
 
Candidate Must Have :
 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial or commercial large tonnage refrigeration systems
  • 5 years of experience maintaining industrial or commercial refrigeration control systems (preferably in a chemical production or support facility)
  • The eligibility to apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within a reasonable timeframe
  • Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License
  • The ideal candidate will have experience with anhydrous ammonia and will work 12 hour rotating shifts.
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