Refrigeration Operator

Shift: Monday–Friday (7:00 am – 3:30 pm)

We are seeking a skilled Refrigeration Operator to join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll support building maintenance and ammonia refrigeration systems. In this role, you’ll perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on facility equipment, while following all safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on machinery, equipment, and facility structures

• Assist with inspections and maintenance of refrigeration systems (ammonia)

• Conduct routine maintenance on material handling equipment per guidelines

• Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and motorized lifts safely

• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving to maintain smooth operations

• Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures

• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience preferred

• Refrigeration Ice Plant Operator certification required; 4th Class Power Engineer certification preferred

• Hands-on experience with ice plant operations and/or ammonia refrigeration required

• Conduct inspections and maintain detailed records in our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

• Trade school courses or experience in building, material handling, or refrigeration maintenance an asset

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems, motors, and pumps

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical components and wiring to keep operations running efficiently

• Fully proficient with, and capable of operating power and hand tools

• Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation

• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to multi-task and prioritize

• Ability to work in cold storage environments (-20°F/-25°C) and warm dry storage (up to 100°F/37°C) with provided PPE

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed

• Some locations require being comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loud

• Some locations require demonstrated knowledge and practice of Working at Height

• Basic electrical instrumentation experience

• Basic ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) may be required at some facilities

• Relevant experience in refrigeration and a building/warehouse maintenance environment

• Skyjack/ Articulated boom lift qualification (considered an asset and training is offered)

• Ability to perform manual work and sometimes physically demanding

• Strong mutual aid and consultation skills as well as an excellent ability to work in a team and to communicate

• Good ability to manage time and priorities

• Proficiency Microsoft office and Outlook

• Work alongside contractors when needed to ensure safe and compliant system maintenance

• Experience with plumbing, Drywalling, painting, and basic electrical skills is required

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.
 
Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.  Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.  We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Benefits
Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, RRSP matching and paid time off.

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