Refrigeration Mechanic

Job Level: Hourly
Job Type: Hourly Full Time

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill’s global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift 6:00am – 2:30pm

Compensation: $29-30/hour based on experience

Benefits information:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Health and Wellness Incentives

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Discounts

The Refrigeration Utility position is responsible for handling all refrigeration issues in the plant.  This employee will take care of evaporators, monitor ammonia levels, and watch for any leaks.  This employee will need to follow all lock out tag out steps when servicing a piece of equipment that requires lock out tag out, as well as line breaking procedures when breaking a line. This employee will need to be trained on elevated work procedures as well as confined space entry procedures. This employee will also need to have Haz-Mat Training and be medically qualified to wear a respirator. The tasks that this employee will be doing requires the use of fixed and portable ladders, catwalks, stairs, lifting of objects of various weights, and walking/standing for long periods of time.

Principal Accountabilities

•    Maintain all aspects of the facility’s refrigeration system, steam generation system, hot water system and compressed air system plus any other duties as needed.  
•    Perform preventative maintenance work, conduct daily set-up of area, perform inspections and document data on reports and logs, all while making safety the number one priority.
•    Must have a working knowledge and be certified to run ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, and compressed air systems or be able to attain certification within six months. 
•    Must be able to work in wet or humid environments, work at various heights, work around moving mechanical parts, work in a fast-paced environment, and work around chemicals and solvents.
•    Must be able to stand for the entire 12-hour shift and must be able to use all required PPE for the position, which includes a respirator. 
•    Must be knowledgeable in the use of a variety of tools and understand basic parts for general repairs.
•    Assist with daily start-up or shutdown of production.
•    Perform preventative maintenance and any assigned work orders.
•    Perform troubleshooting activities.
•    Perform all work safely and comply with Cargill safety policies, such as lock out tag out.
•    Monitor systems through computer programs.
•    Perform written and digital documentation: daily log, round sheets, and other reports.
•    Work around machinery and power sources such as electricity.
•    Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping for a safe working environment.
 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or visa sponsored by a third-party employer.
•    Must be 18 years of age or older.
•    3-5 years of maintenance experience (or military equivalent).
•    Ability to read, write, and speak English.
•    Basic computer skills.
•    Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
•    Ability to wear all required PPE (including respirator).
•    Previous experience with ammonia refrigeration system.
•    Previous experience working with steam lines and steam equipment.
•    RETA Operator 1 and Operator 2 Certification.
•    Must be able to work under special work conditions, such as extreme heat or cold.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    Caro and Ciro certifications (or ability to obtain within six months).
 

US Covid-19 Vaccination Update: Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate at this time. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status. Regardless of vaccination status you will be required to wear masks and follow Cargill’s safety protocols.

Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet