Refrigeration Technician Position Available In Jasper, Missouri

Refrigeration Technician Dairy Farmers of America United States, Missouri, Joplin Jun 11, 2025 JOB

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records
• Observe and test system operation, using gauges, and instruments
• Dismantle, assemble, and install refrigeration equipment
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
• Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisor
• Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required Hiring Bonus
• $1,250 Day Shift
• $31.

75/hr

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in applicable field of study
• 2 to 4 years of ammonia refrigeration systems or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Certification and/or License
• may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
• Able to use a variety of maintenance tools
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English TRAVEL No travel required 5
• 15% (1-3 times per year) 15
• 25% (1-2 times per quarter) 25
• 50% (up to 1 week per month) 50
• 75% (up to 2 weeks per month) 75
• 100% (3+ weeks per month) An Equal Opportunity Employer