Refrigeration / Boiler Technician - 2nd Shift

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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages :

Competitive Starting Pay - $28.00 - $36.00 / hr

$1.00 / hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows :

Maintains, controls and services assigned refrigeration, air, electronic, electrical, temperature and water equipment in the plant.

Installs and repairs temperature controls, thermostats, meters, temperature and pressure recorders, etc.

Installs and repairs any pressure gauges, regulators, pneumatic controls, diffusers, strainers, air conditioning units, etc.

Makes daily checks of all dry rooms and smokehouses, including their controls.

Assists in refrigeration pump outs of all refrigeration systems.

Inspects and repairs all coolers in the plant.

Troubleshoots all refrigeration systems and electrical problems.

Repairs all programmable controls.

Assists in training Instrument Mechanics, as required.

Operates and maintains boilers and plant steam systems.

Monitors incoming water and electrical utility.

Assist with wastewater operations when needed.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions .

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Good verbal and written English skills required.

Must be able to pass Refrigeration certification test under the PSM program within the first 12 months of acceptance of position (if not already obtained).

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT :

Hand tools, test meters, gauges, controls, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT :

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

The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required.

Must be able to lift up to 60lbs.

Ability to walk and use stairs frequently through the shift.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT / TRAINING REQUIREMENT :

Bump cap, hair / beard net, eye protection / goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, properly insulated tools, LOTO equipment, respirator and safety shoes

MANDATORY TRAINING / COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED :

Emergency Response (First Aid, CPR and various others), Proper lifting, Lock / Tag / Try Authorized, Aerial Scissor Lift, PIT, Elevator, PPE and confined space.

Relocation Package Available

Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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