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Tom Thumb Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic in TOLLESON, Arizona
Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible for the general maintenance of the building and facilities Ammonia Refrigeration System to include water, heating, air conditioning, and electrical maintenance. When needed maintain and repair the warehouse vehicles including all forklifts and pallet jacks. Provide mechanical support, including diagnosis and solution, for a dedicated delivery system including preventative maintenance, major repairs, and accident repairs. The methods and responsibility for the maintenance and repair of food storage areas, equipment and buildings shall be documented planned and carried out in a manner that minimizes the risk of product, packaging or equipment contamination as outlined in the Food Safety Management System.
We do follow all PSM Compliance responsibilities and Documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Refrigeration System maintenance and operations
Schedule daily maintenance work
Perform all repairs on forklifts, conveyors, maintenance equipment and other warehouse power equipment when needed.
Follow preventative maintenance programs on all machines and equipment
Ensure all maintenance work performed both internally and externally is performed to company standards
Monitor vehicle condition and performance to ensure driver compliance of company driving policies
Manage parts inventory at the most economic level for efficient operation of the system
Do minor maintenance as needed for water and electrical repairs
Carry out preventative maintenance programs
Provide maintenance to material handling equipment to ensure service reliability
Perform maintenance on items such as floors, walls, doors, etc. when needed.
Ensure all safety equipment is in proper working order
Complete required reports when maintenance tasks are completed
Answer security/alarm calls as needed to include fire alarms and refrigeration alarms
Routine maintenance of food storage areas and equipment shall be performed according to a maintenance-control schedule and recorded
Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area, ensuring all tools used are picked up and stored away in accordance with the food safety procedures
Responsible for ammonia system; may be called out during non-working hours to deactivate ammonia alarm and ensure no ammonia leaks
Ensure warehouse supervisor is notified when maintenance or repairs are to be undertaken in any food handling area, inform the maintenance manager and general manager if any repairs or maintenance pose a potential threat to product safety
Perform the duties of a position being lead
Conduct training for new team members
Maintain legible and accurate records or logs as required
Review documents prepared by team members of the work group for accuracy and legibility
Monitor and direct performance of team members within the work group
Open and/or close and secure the building as directed
Report unsafe conditions to supervisor if they cannot be self-corrected
Communicate work practices, procedures, and methods to team members as required
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Key Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
6 months warehouse experience
Operator level I certificate in Ammonia Refrigerator
2-5 years of equipment maintenance experience
2-5 years of refrigeration maintenance and operations experience
1 year of MHE fleet experience
Ability to follow work procedures, safety rules, and food safety rules
Ability to read, understand, and follow directions/instructions
Repairing/rebuilding equipment may require lifting up to 100 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift
Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly use various equipment and/or tools
Ability to climb ladders and work at higher elevations
Basic knowledge of mechanics, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Ability to perform simple math calculations
Ability to write numeric and alphanumeric characters
Ability to pass Department of Transportation exam and a mechanical aptitude test
Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits and attitude
Ability to function as a team member and get along with others
This job description is intended to provide a high-level of general requirements for this position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure proper operations.
Company: Tom Thumb