Maintenance Refrigeration Technician

Refrigeration Technician Peace River Citrus Products Bartow Florida 33830 ABOUT THE COMPANY: Independent and privately-owned, Peace River Citrus Products is a vertically-integrated grower, fruit processor, and solutions provider of citrus-derived products and services. Committed to producing the highest quality citrus products and supporting our valued customers with impeccable and reliable service, Peace River Citrus Products supplies juices and associated products to major international and domestic brands as well as private label producers. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for maintaining PRCP refrigeration systems.This position can also require some utility maintenance work activities.The position will require on-call and extended hours of work. The maintenance supervisor or other refrigeration technicians will be the back-up for this position. Qualifications: High school diploma. Basic knowledge of computer functions on a keyboard. 5 years industrial plant maintenance experience in Anhydrous Ammonia and HVAC or refrigeration. Maintenance experience in Boilers, air compressors, wastewater treatment, water purification and electrical systems Excellent physical condition and coordination. Ability to pass annual physical and respiratory test. Ability to work various shifts as necessary to meet business needs. Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions. Preferred Qualifications: Maintenance experience in Boilers, air compressors, wastewater treatment, water purification and electrical systems Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator Experience in PLC, PC controlled equipment preferred. Experience in SAP preferred. Working Conditions: Manufacturing and warehouse environment. Working in Ambient, Refrigeration, and Freezer environment. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is normally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift and stack product up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in various temperatures of extreme ranges. Duties Responsibilities: Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant ammonia refrigeration systems in a safe manor. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant boiler, condensate returns and steam distribution systems. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant water treatment system to include nano- and RO filtered systems. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant compressed air systems up to and including 600 psi. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant HVAC, exhaust, and make-up air units. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot plant fire protection systems. Be an active member of the Hazardous Chemical Response Team. Use computer and associated software to operate plant utility equipment. Support Process Safety Management (PSM) program. Meets all Good Manufacturing Practices. Practice safety requirements established by OSHA and Peace River Citrus Products. Conforms to requirements of PRCP food safety programs. Be available to work extended shifts and days. Any additional duties assigned by supervisor. Peace River Citrus Products offers employees a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package that includes; Medical/Dental, Life, LTD, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401k with match. Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace