Refrigeration Engineer - Pederson Point (REFER - PPT) - 2023 Job at North Pacific Seafoods, Inc.
North Pacific Seafoods, Inc. Naknek, AK 99633
Up to $25 an hour
Overview:
Accommodation Requests
Min: USD $20.00/Hr. Max: USD $25.00/Hr.
The industrial refrigeration mechanic operates, maintains and repairs the ammonia refrigeration system at our seafood processing plant. Our system holds in excess of 10,000 pounds of ammonia and falls under the requirements of both OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA’s Risk Management Plan (RMP). Balancing operational efficiencies, ensuring optimal refrigeration capabilities, minimizing down time, keeping employees and the environment safe, and meeting regulatory requirements are all critical aspects of the refrigeration department. Due to the seasonal nature of the fisheries in Alaska, our plant is only open approximately four months per year. Employees live on site in company provided bunkhouses. The work schedule is typically 12 hours per day, 7 days per week. Additional work may be required during the peak seasons. Successful candidates bring a wide range of problem solving abilities to contribute to a production-intensive team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Operates, maintains and repairs all refrigeration system related machinery and components such as pumps and compressors.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and system.
- Monitors system to prevent potential upsets and to maximize capabilities. Performs routine inspections and documents appropriately.
- Follows all requirements of the facility’s PSM and RMP programs for refrigeration compliance. Documents all work performed.
- Provides a continuous flow of product through the plant in cooperation with other plant departments.
- Develops long-term professional working relationships with employees, fishermen, local communities and regulatory agencies. Represents the company professionally and appropriately in interactions with others.
- Maintains accurate, compliant and organized paper and electronic business records.
- Other duties as assigned.
In Alaska, employees are paid overtime after eight regular hours in a day, and after 40 regular hours in a week.
NPSI provides transportation from the nearest major airport to the work location and back if you complete the season.
Employees live on site in communal bunkhouses with shared facilities, rooms are assigned based on gender identity, bed linens are provided. The cookhouse prepares hearty and nutritious meals and snacks. The housekeeping staff cleans and sanitizes restrooms and common areas. Laundry is done for employees once a week.
With no onsite expenses, and hopefully a large fish run, this is often a great way to make money in a relatively short period of time. There are additional opportunities for pay such as referral bonuses.
We offer opportunities to grow: Both professionally and personally! We offer the possibility to move up within our company.
NPSI offers a generous employer matching 401(k) retirement plan and you are eligible to participate on day one! We also offer affordable, traditional health insurance benefits that include medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- 5+ years working as an ammonia refrigeration mechanic in a food processing plant.
- Experience following and maintaining PSM and RMP plans.
- Working knowledge of refrigeration compressors – both electric and diesel driven.
- Ability to read, write and speak intermediate English in order to communicate with other departments, respond to emergent situations, read and follow PSM and RMP plans, and to document all inspections and work performed on the system.
- Basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Willingness to adhere to a drug-free work and living environment.
- Ability and willingness to work in a seafood processing plant with inherent hazards such as moving machinery, ammonia, wet floors, noise, forklift traffic, etc. Work is often in inclement weather (cold, wind, rain, snow).
- Capable of lifting 50 pounds individually. Capable of lifting heavier loads with coworkers and / or mechanical assistance.
- Ability to work 12+ hours a day, seven days a week.
- Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Important Considerations
This work can be hard, monotonous, and boring. Most cell phones do not work in remote areas of Alaska. For Example: GCI cell phones are the most reliable in Naknek, while T-Mobile and Verizon occasionally work. Employees have access to pay phones at the plants. We provide free, limited access to a desktop computer to check email. We also have limited WiFi connection.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the Company’s policy to comply with all federal, state, and local laws forbidding unlawful discrimination. Company does not and will not permit discrimination (including harassment) in recruitment, hiring, or employment based on race, color, creed, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, opposition to a discriminatory practice, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. It is our policy to provide legal and fair treatment to all regarding recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, wages, hours, benefits, working conditions, training, and availability of advancement opportunities.
At-Will Employment
Company is an “at-will” employer, meaning that the employee or Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause. No one at the Company is authorized to guarantee employment for a certain time period or otherwise alter the at-will nature of employment with us. The language that appears in this job posting is not intended to create and does not create, nor is it intended to constitute and does not constitute a contract between company and any employee. No manager, employee, or representative of the company, except the President or CEO, has the authority to enter into any contract guaranteeing employment for any specific term, and no such contract shall be deemed binding unless it is in writing and signed by the President or CEO.
Accommodation Requests
Company provides reasonable accommodations to applicants during the application process to ensure equal access to all available positions. To request accommodation, please call Human Resources.
Min: USD $20.00/Hr. Max: USD $25.00/Hr.
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