Refrigeration/Boiler Technician

Company: Smithfield Foods
Location: Tar Heel
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Refrigeration/Boiler Technician





ID

2022-23201




Job Locations


US-NC-Tar Heel



Category

Maintenance/Engineering



Type

Full-Time



FLSA Status

Hourly



Shift

3rd Shift






































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US-NC-Tar Heel













Your Opportunity









This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift.













Core Responsibilities









Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

• Have or be able to attain RETA certification
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations
• Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices
• Be highly motivated and able to work independentlyThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  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) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years' direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
  • Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas:
    • RETA Certification
    • Ammonia Refrigeration
    • Engine & Boiler systems
    • Electricity & motor controls
    • Controls & instrumentation
    • PLC/software & hardware
    • Pneumatics & Hydraulics
    • Mechanical systems
    • Predictive/Predictive maintenance
    • Maintenance Planning
    • Site utilities
    • System analysis & troubleshooting
    • Pipefitting & welding
    • Machining
    • Metal fabrication
      • Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.
      • Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work.
      • This is a full time hourly position; all applicants should be willing to work all shifts (days/evenings/overnights), extended hours and weekends.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Supervisory Responsibilities
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Work Environment & Physical Demands
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        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.
        • The plant environment 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 in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          Careers and Benefits
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          To learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits. PEOPLE MATTER More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment. GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT Working at Smithfield isn't just a job - it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally. BENEFITS Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          About Smithfield Foods
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrich and Nathan's Famous, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          EEO/AA 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.
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
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Keywords: Smithfield Foods, Fayetteville , Refrigeration/Boiler Technician, Professions , Tar Heel, North Carolina