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Refrigeration & Waste Water Technician-1 at Wayne-Sanderso… · Flowood
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Job Description
Job Summary: The Refrigeration & Wastewater Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing refrigeration, wastewater, HVAC, and related mechanical equipment to support continuous facility operations. This position performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses equipment malfunctions, and completes necessary repairs to minimize downtime and maintain equipment performance. The role also supports safe equipment operation, regulatory compliance, and accurate maintenance documentation.
Job Responsibilities:
Refrigeration Systems Operations & Maintenance
Diagnose refrigeration equipment problems, identify potential causes of malfunctions, and perform electronic, electrical, and mechanical troubleshooting and repairs.
Perform routine refrigeration system operations, including chiller, spiral freezer, ice machine, and chilled-water system shutdowns as required.
Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities, inspecting refrigeration machinery and equipment to prevent mechanical or electrical failures and maintain continuous operation.
Regulate evaporative coil temperatures and repair or replace fan blades, fan coils, and related refrigeration components.
Monitor and document equipment temperatures, pressures, oil levels, and ammonia levels to support safe and reliable system operation.
Mechanical, HVAC & Equipment Maintenance
Maintain and troubleshoot facility HVAC equipment to support reliable operation.
Maintain steam equipment, including safely isolating valves and relieving equipment pressure before maintenance activities.
Troubleshoot equipment and machinery problems to maximize performance and minimize operational interruptions.
Repair broken or damaged pallet jacks and perform other assigned mechanical maintenance activities
Preventive Maintenance, Safety & Compliance
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and identify equipment conditions requiring corrective action.
Complete maintenance logs and records required for Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance in accordance with applicable OSHA standards.
Follow established safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when operating, inspecting, or repairing equipment.
Document equipment problems, maintenance activities, and operational conditions in daily logbooks before the end of each shift.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
Assist management in developing work procedures and selecting appropriate maintenance methods.
Communicate equipment problems, maintenance needs, and corrective actions to appropriate personnel.
Read, document, and complete maintenance work requests and enter information accurately into applicable computer systems.
Support ongoing equipment reliability and operational continuity through timely troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
Experience:
Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in refrigeration equipment operations or maintenance.
Minimum one (1) year of electrical maintenance or troubleshooting experience.
Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing or mechanical maintenance experience.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and resolve maintenance issues.
Experience providing technical guidance or demonstrating leadership in a maintenance environment preferred.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Abilities Working knowledge of refrigeration equipment, HVAC systems, and mechanical maintenance practices.
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment problems.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and equipment inspection procedures.
Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, PSM documentation, daily logbooks, and equipment operating reports.
Ability to monitor and document equipment temperatures, pressures, oil levels, and ammonia levels.
Basic computer skills, including accurate data entry and maintenance recordkeeping.
Ability to read and write maintenance work requests and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to identify equipment problems, follow established safety procedures, use required PPE, and resolve issues efficiently.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
- None. This is an individual contributor role
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Certifications Required: Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA) certification required within one (1) year of employment; Successful completion of the NOCTI Wastewater examination required within six (6) months of promotion or employment
Work Environment: Manufacturing
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to typical risks of injury in an manufacturing environment.
Duties include working in an environment that may be cold and humid or hot and dusty, may require standing for long periods of time, and may be noisy to decibels of 85db or higher requiring hearing protection.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must adhere to the company’s Code of Conduct and all other policies.
Safety Requirements:
- Follows all departmental and company safety policies and programs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne-Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.