The posting
The purpose of the Ammonia Refrigeration Supervisor is to maintain Ammonia equipment; repair boilers, chillers and auxiliary equipment (pumps, steam/water valves, air compressors, high‑pressure condensate, evaporators, condensers etc) Fill in and supervise for Ammonia Manager, be able to train and develop team members in maintaining an ammonia refrigeration system. Partner with the Maintenance department team members to support all facilities maintenance. Assist and be knowledgeable in any maintenance needs within the facility, building, grounds, facilities, material handling equipment, MHE equipment etc. Assist with cost reduction and work to be as energy efficient as possible. Monitor load demands and adjust boilers, compressors, and pumps to maintain required steam, air, and water output. Monitor and adjust chemical feed systems for water treatment to ensure proper levels Understand and maintain valves and equipment controls to regulate steam, water, and fuel flow, refrigeration. Inspect boiler safety devices, chillers, and observe meters/gauges to ensure proper operation. Report and document abnormal conditions or major repairs needed to the system. Assist in corrective action, repairs on the system as needed. Ability to train others in all repairs and processes. Assist with repairs (meters, valves, gaskets, joints) as needed. Maintain boiler/chiller/compressor room cleanliness and safety standards. Drive good practices and standards to strive towards excellence. Be familiar with root cause failure analysis in order to prevent failures, extend the life of equipment and save cost. Assist in annual inspections and preparation. Demonstrate safe work practices and adherence to organizational safety programs, document and use software to track work, time, parts, compliance preventive, predictive maintenance for reliability of the system. Assist and maintain all guidelines associated with Process Safety management procedures. Document all records and use the ePSM system to meet compliance requirements. Work with 3rd party venders to support PSM. Able and willing to do any other task for facilities, maintenance, building and grounds for BEK. Required Qualifications Operator 1 Ammonia Certification (minimum requirement), working towards certification for Operator 2 Ammonia Certification, RETA Certification, Hazwoper certification. Must be certified to work on and do repair service to the ammonia system. 2-5 years of real work experience as a refrigeration technician/operator High school diploma or GED, valid certifications for position, valid driver’s license. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency in reading schematics and using software to track equipment, work, time, inspections and expense. Experience in process safety management and using software to track all Ammonia system records. Must have Ammonia refrigeration experience, knowledge of engine & boiler systems, electricity & motor controls, pneumatics & hydraulics, mechanical systems experience with predictive/preventive maintenance, site utilities, and system troubleshooting. Skills in pipefitting, welding, machining, or metal fabrication, electrical and controls.
