Refrigeration Technician II

Job Title: Refrigeration Technician II
Reports to: Regulatory Compliance/Refrigeration Manager

Summary: Under general guidance of lead tech, supervision, or management, performing refrigeration

operations and preventative maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance
support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are consistently met. Perform basic
troubleshooting and repair of industrial refrigeration, mechanical and electrical systems as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Operates and performs repair(s) and adjustment(s) of refrigeration system. Continuously monitors
system performance and determines when system is not operating correctly, then corrects deficiency
if within skill set or advises lead, supervision or management of deviations and consequences.
Troubleshoots equipment, makes repairs and/or recommends corrective action(s).

• Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with
applicable OSHA & EPA Standards. Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OSHA, EPA and
operational standards are adhered to. Is familiar with all OSHA, EPA program requirements for
refrigeration such as PSM & RMP. Engaged in efforts related to risk management and USDA
compliance. Champion safety by promoting, maximizing, and promptly correcting or addressing any
potential safety issues.

• Supports implementation and sustainment of Colorado Premium Operating System (AOS). Tests,
maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as multi-meters, gauges,
etc. Is familiar with maintenance and testing of fire alarm and protection systems.

• Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and uses tools and equipment carefully as
instructed. Maintains accurate required daily documentation and preventive maintenance records.
Follow all SOP’s, GMP’s and safety policies and practices as required.

• Keeps work area (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required. Performs
other maintenance related work and job assignments as required.
Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, with five years combined
Refrigeration and/or Maintenance experience (relevant Technical School certification program
and/or Associates Degree program considered as credit in lieu of employment experience).

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, and knowledge of industry product reporting systems.

• Must have proof of attended and passed Ammonia Operator 1 certification from an
accredited/recognized ammonia school such as Garden City Ammonia Program (GCAP) or
Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA). (Required).

• Must be willing and capable of attending and passing Ammonia Operator 2 certification from an
accredited/recognized ammonia school such as Garden City Ammonia Program (GCAP) or
Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA). (Required).
Important Notice: This job description is a generalized summary of job duties and can be modified as determined as
necessary by Colorado Premium. It is not a contract of employment. All employment is “at-will” an Employee or the
Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause, and without advance notice, procedure, or
formality.

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.

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –20 degrees
Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).

• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and
catwalk.

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch

• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds by self and 125 pounds with assistance.

• Must be able to use hand and power tools.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and
depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eyeglasses (use of contacts are prohibited when
working with ammonia).

• Able to work nights and weekends as needed.

• Must be able to pass a physical and respiratory exam.

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