Refrigeration Mechanic Part-Time

Part-Time Refrigeration Mechanic

About Twin City Foods, Inc

Twin City Foods is a leading Frozen Vegetable Producer committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and sustainably sourced frozen vegetables to consumers worldwide. With a focus on innovation, quality assurance, and environmental responsibility, we have established ourselves as a key player in the frozen food industry. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Part- Time Refrigeration Mechanic.

What We're Looking For:

We are currently hiring a Part-Time Refrigeration Mechanic . As a Refrigeration Mechanic you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and maintaining the refrigeration systems and provide support in maintaining the facility equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs operation of refrigeration and auxiliary equipment
• Performs inspection, installation, operation, lubrication, maintenance and repair of line/lines, refrigeration and support & facility for general operating conditions or evidence of deterioration; listens for sounds from machinery that indicate mechanical malfunction, or other problems that could lead to breakdown; observes and interprets meters and gauges, adjusts and repairs refrigeration and support & facility equipment
• Conducts tests to determine operating efficiency of various pieces of equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Inspects equipment for safe condition and need for replacement components by using procedures and test equipment to determine condition of operating equipment
• Repairs or replaces broken parts on refrigeration and facility equipment
• Cuts and threads pipe using hand pipe cutters and/or pipe threading machine
• Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings and pipes using hand tools and power tools, checks for system leakage
• Repacks, repairs and adjusts pumps
• Notifies supervisory personnel of conditions affecting the operation of equipment or safety of staff
• Performs water treatment tests as required
• Records data concerning operating hours, temperatures and pressure and maintains log
• Participates in Process Safety Management functions
• Helps maintain general cleanliness of engine room and maintenance areas
• Performs maintenance work using a variety of hand, shop and power tools. Demonstrates working knowledge of hand, shop and power tools

Knowledge, Skill and Experience Required:

• 2+ years of refrigeration mechanic experience preferred
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Skill in reading and writing in English
• Ability to keep detailed records as required
• Skill in communications, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with supervisors and coworkers enough to convey or exchange information
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Must have working knowledge of company policies and procedures and the ability to work within these guidelines
• Ability to perform under pressure of production environment and effectively manage down time situations
• Must have working knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and auxiliary equipment
• Must have the ability to interpret and work from sketches, drawings, plans and blueprints
• Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in determining operating conditions, malfunctions (troubleshooting), repairs and meeting emergency situations
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime as required

Required Education/Training/Certification Qualifications:

• RETA/CARO ammonia refrigeration certification preferred (training provided)
• Required to participate in the company respirator program and the use of appropriate safety equipment necessary to perform maintenance on the ammonia refrigeration system
• Must participate in ongoing state, federal and industry training requirements

Essential Physical Abilities:

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a range of arm movements necessary to operate equipment; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and stand on concrete, occasionally required to stoop, crouch, and climb or balance.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Environmental Conditions:

• Concrete mostly but may need to work on mats or grates at times
• Hot Temperatures
• Cold Temperatures
• Wet conditions
• High Noise Level
• Work Inside/Outside

Hazards of the Job:

• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Chemicals (Ammonia)
• Heights
• Burns
• Wet/Slick Floors
• Selected employee will be required to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and E-Verify*

Benefits of a Refrigeration Mechanic

• Competitive Wages, Starting at $26.85-$30.00, Commensurate with Experience
• Excellent Benefit Package

o Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.

o Life, AD&D and Dependent Life Insurance.

o Paid Holidays-10 paid holidays per year.

o 401K Retirement Plan.

o Vacation Pay-Starts after completing one year of employment.

o Paid Sick Leave-1.7 hours per 40 hours worked.

Work Location: Kennewick

Twin City Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal."

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (509-962-9806) or email at recruitment@tcfi.com.