Refrigeration Technician

The Kraft Heinz Company • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Refrigeration Technician must possess the following skills: Operate the ammonia refrigeration in accordance with all established safety procedures, codes, and regulations. Diagnose malfunctions/hidden defects in equipment and machinery and repair of all assigned equipment previously mentioned. Read wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and manuals and logs. Basic welding (Stick, MIG, TIG, Soldering/Brazing). Enter data into CMMS. Update maintenance logs. Implement measures to improve routine maintenance, production efficiencies, operational effectiveness, equipment performance, and safety in all assigned areas and shifts. The Refrigeration Technician must possess the following minimal education and experience: High School Diploma. HVAC Certification through an accredited vocational school. EPA Section 608 Universal Certification maintained Understanding of steam principles and facility steam systems with the ability to troubleshoot pumps, valves, piping and water treatment. General knowledge of the air systems, water systems, and Fire Protection Systems. Preferred Three (3) years of experience in the refrigeration Food Industry and ammonia refrigeration. Basic welding certification through accredited vocational school. Within first 3 months on the job Certification of Qualification on the KraftHeinz ammonia refrigeration system, CO2 system, PSM process and facility SOP’s. Within first 6 months on the job Must be able to pass and maintain a medical fitness evaluation and requirements for using an APR respirator. Certification as an Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator through RETA. Within first 12 months on the job Hazmat Certified (24-hour HAZWOPPER Certification) maintained.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• HVAC Certification through an accredited vocational school.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification maintained
• Understanding of steam principles and facility steam systems with the ability to troubleshoot pumps, valves, piping and water treatment.
• General knowledge of the air systems, water systems, and Fire Protection Systems.
• Certification of Qualification on the KraftHeinz ammonia refrigeration system, CO2 system, PSM process and facility SOP’s.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a medical fitness evaluation and requirements for using an APR respirator.
• Certification as an Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator through RETA.
• Hazmat Certified (24-hour HAZWOPPER Certification) maintained.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years of experience in the refrigeration Food Industry and ammonia refrigeration.
• Basic welding certification through accredited vocational school.

Responsibilities

• Operate the ammonia refrigeration in accordance with all established safety procedures, codes, and regulations.
• Diagnose malfunctions/hidden defects in equipment and machinery and repair of all assigned equipment previously mentioned.
• Read wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and manuals and logs.
• Basic welding (Stick, MIG, TIG, Soldering/Brazing).
• Enter data into CMMS.
• Update maintenance logs.
• Implement measures to improve routine maintenance, production efficiencies, operational effectiveness, equipment performance, and safety in all assigned areas and shifts.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED