Job Details
Ammonia Refrigeration Technician (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Mon - Fri)
Location - Cashton Distribution Center
This is an onsite role that works at the Cashton Distribution Center in Cashton, WI. The shift/hours are 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM,Mon - Fri
Employee Type - Hourly
Bonus Eligibility - No
Safety Sensitive - Yes
If a company is going to make a difference in today's world, it's going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We're a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we've been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we're now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.
Summary of Role
The Refrigeration Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of the Ammonia Refrigeration System and Fire Suppression Sprinkler Systems at the company's Cashton, WI Distribution Center. Ensures facility mechanical systems operate reliably and efficiently and meet all regulatory compliance standards. In addition to a high level of technical skill, this position requires regular interaction with internal and external resources. This is a safety sensitive role.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs regular preventative maintenance inspections on all ammonia system components.
- Provides general maintenance and repair work to industrial ammonia cooling and refrigeration system by repairing equipment such as compressors, pumps, air handlers, electrical and mechanical control devices, and related components.
- Ensures compliance with all ammonia system safeguards and regulations.
- Responsible for documentation and reporting of all work performed as well as upkeep of files and records for all equipment and systems.
- Coordinates and interacts with vendors promoting strong relationships while supporting business initiatives for systems reliability and efficiency, sourcing best price for parts and services as needed.
- Performs routine inspections of building systems and components as needed.
- Supports continuous facility operation by participating in "on call" availability outside normal business hours.
- Handles confidential information with discretion.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
- Participates in Process Safety Management (PSM) meetings and contributes as needed to keep compliance of the PSM program.
- Must be able to complete medical evaluation initially and as needed along with fit testing for respirator program requirements.
- Must complete respirator training annually.
- Must be willing to be certified for 24 Hr. Emergency Responder Team Training Hazardous Material Certification initially and complete 8 Hr. Emergency Responder Refresher Training annually thereafter.
- Assists other maintenance team members as needed.
- Assists with other projects assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Ammonia Operator 1 Certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with commercial / industrial ammonia refrigeration systems, preferably in food or ingredient manufacturing or storage facilities.
- Ability to read & interpret detailed blueprints, P&ID's, single lines, ladder logic and wiring schematics.
- Posses an extremely strong safety philosophy, able to follow all safety policies & procedures, seek out & correct unsafe conditions.
- Ability to understand and learn Evaporative Condenser water chemistry.
- Able to wear a full-face air purifying respirator.
- Competent operational ability and acceptable knowledge of Microsoft Office software or comparable business applications.
- Basic math skills including arithmetic; ability to perform and interpret basic calculations related to count, weight, time, rate, and distance.
- Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
- Verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions and to clearly express ideas in a concise and professional manner.
- Able to comprehend and interpret troubleshooting documents related to motor control systems along with three phase industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated record of progressive accomplishment and successful interaction management skills.
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills; able to make effective decisions among primarily known / understood conditions with moderate variables.
- Effective collaborative skills; must perform well in group settings.
- Moderate verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly express ideas in a concise and professional manner.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain deadlines.
- High capacity for stress in fast-paced service-oriented environment.
- Ability to work nights and weekends, as needed.
- Ability to commute to Chaseburg as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance, ability to push/pull objects up to 2,500 pounds using material handling equipment.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures including cooler and freezer climates, at heights in excess of 100', and to perform physical activities in various positions including standing, sitting, kneeling, crouching, or laying.
Base salary/hourly wage range: $22.29 per hour - $38.02 per hour
This position also receives a $1.00 per hour shift premium between the hours of 6pm and 6am, and a $1.00 per hour shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays. This salary/hourly wage range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base salary/hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the salary/hourly wage range and hiring at the maximum of the salary/hourly wage range is not typical.
Benefits
We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees' and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
- Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Time Off - 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
- 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave - For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
- Vision & Dental Insurance - Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
- 401k - We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee's contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
- Flexible Spending Account - For dependent care costs or to help with dental and vision costs.
- Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
- Mental Health Support - Free 24/7 access to therapists, coaches, and self-led mental health resources.
- Free onsite fitness centers available 24/7
- Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
- Financial advisors and seminars
- Annual $360 wellness reimbursement
- $65 monthly massage/chiropractic reimbursement
- Flexible Scheduling
- On-site all-organic cafeterias