Boiler/Refrigeration- Maintenance Mechanic | Yakima, WA

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  • Location: Grandview, WA

  • Company: Fruitsmart

on pumps, valves, and compressors. Maintains and updates PSM and other programs as assigned with the goal of creating a safe workplace. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performs start-ups, shutdowns and defrost procedures in all plant refrigeration, boiler, and auxiliary systems.

Reads meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to verify operating conditions. Records data such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, and analysis of flue gases. Records tank levels, and chemical and lubricant supplies. Records other readings in daily logs and sheets as assigned. Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic

controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges, switch to backup equipment or systems, or to shut down equipment. Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication.

Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, replacing packing glands, seals, gaskets, valves, recorders, and gages, and cleaning or replacing burners or other components. Troubleshoots, repairs, and welding equipment as needed to maintain operations. Oils and lubricates equipment as specified or needed. Performs water titration tests and adds chemical additives, such as salt and chemicals into tanks to prevent

scale buildup and to clean boiler lines. Conduct audits and inspections of plant performance and activities.

Records operation and maintenance actions taken during the shift in operators' logs as assigned. Develop and recommend projects to senior management that will drive efficiency and/or operational improvements. Assists Maintenance and operation staff on shift as needed Adhere to all company-established safety standards and company policies and procedures, as well as state laws including TCPA concerning boiler and refrigeration operations. Ensure compliance with applicable quality system standards and the unit's food safety and security programs in support of essential manufacturing strategies and practices.

Maintain and update PSM log and check sheets and other programs as assigned. Performs all safety programs such as Lockout/Tagout, hot work, and confined space entry. Educate personnel on program aspects to include hazard recognition, inspections, and how to address gaps. Assist with outside contractor compliance and training for PSM-related policies and procedures. WORK EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS 3-5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must read, write and communicate in English.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. With personal protective equipment the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, occasionally works in high, precarious places; in outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma and/or equivalent or higher required Associate degree (A. A. ) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred RETA Certification Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and/or Risk Management Plan (RMP) a plus Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are subject to pre-employment drug testing.

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