Refrigeration Shift Operator

Job Description

Primary Responsibility :

We are looking for a full time Refrigeration Shift Operator – Class B (Ontario Certificate of Qualification) in good standing with TSSA for our London Ammonia facility. We an also accept a 3rd Class Operating Engineer with TSSA.

What You’ll Do

• Operate automated or computerized control systems.
• Ensure daily inspection of the ammonia refrigeration plant that all systems are operating in a safe and expected manner
• Ability to measure temperature, fuel flow and pressure.
• Record, analyze and enter equipment daily readings in Oracle system
• Troubleshoot, perform corrective actions or minor repairs as required.
• Perform routine equipment and batteries maintenance.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and components.
• Maintain daily log of operation, maintenance, and safety activities.
• Reporting to Chief Engineer for day-to-day activities
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as position requires
• Working knowledge of maintenance software, CMMS -Oracle
• Maintain good housekeeping within the Engine Room
  
  

What Experience And Education You Need

• Grade 12 Diploma with post secondary education is preferred
• Refrigeration License Class B OR 3rd Class Operating Engineer (Ontario Certificate of Qualification in good standing with TSSA)
• Minimum of 5-7 years experience in Ammonia Refrigeration Plant with A class rating
• Working knowledge of Food Safety (GMP, HACCP, AIB and SQF) and Ontario Regulatory bodies
  
  

What Could Set You Apart

• Analytical and judgment skills
• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail (rigor)
• Priority Management
• Team Player and collaboration
• Communication skills
• Autonomy, resourcefulness, and sense of initiative
• Reliability
  
  

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job
• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
• Requires the ability & willingness to work at heights
• Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
• May require travel by automobile and airplane
• May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
• May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Requires the use of various electronic tools
• Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings
• Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
• Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

About Us

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.