Technician- Ammonia Refrigeration Technician - Sonstegard Foods Company

Sonstegard Foods Company is a leading manufacturer and wholesaler of shell eggs along with powdered, liquid and frozen egg products.  We operate facilities in five states and sell our products in domestic and international markets.  We are proud that we are family owned and our employees are recognized by their name and not a number.

Ammonia Technician

Sonstegard Foods of Arkansas – Springdale

This position will directly report to the Maintenance Manager and work with the all Management, Production personnel, and Maintenance personnel. Primarily responsible for performing major building, HVAC, boiler, ammonia, electrical, and repairs as necessary. Responsible for compliance with all company policies, SQF regulations and local state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

 ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Troubleshoot Electrical/Computer Programming.
• Diagnose and repair Mechanical Failures (i.e. bearings, pumps, etc.).
• Perform advanced preventative maintenance on machines and building as assigned daily.
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• General Welding and fabrication.
• CIP Knowledge (pumps, valves, controller, etc).
• Work with the manager to coordinate repair parts are ordered accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with unplanned machine breakdowns as needed.
• Maintain daily paperwork tracking water usage, boiler testing, monitor ammonia system, etc.
• Ensure safe use of equipment.
• Perform other maintenance duties as requested.

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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED). Experience of two (2) plus years trade or technical skills such as, but not limited to welding, electrical, HVAC, industrial maintenance or machine shop.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific reports and documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries from management. Bi-lingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possess Ammonia Level II Certification.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be computer literate. Experience with Microsoft Office essential.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee will occasionally lift and/or move 50-100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee will also be exposed to external weather elements throughout all seasons of the year.