Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.

For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Primary Responsibility Reputed company from north America is looking for a full time Refrigeration Shift Operator – Class B (Ontario Certificate of Qualification) in good standing with TSSA for its Brampton Ammonia facility

What You’ll Do

• Operate automated or computerized control systems.
• Ensure daily inspection of the ammonia refrigeration plant that all systems are operating in a safe and expected manner
• Ability to measure temperature, fuel flow and pressure.
• Record, analyze and enter equipment daily readings in SAP system
• Troubleshoot, perform corrective actions or minor repairs as required.
• Perform routine equipment and batteries maintenance.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and components.
• Maintain daily log of operation, maintenance, and safety activities.
• Reporting to Chief Engineer for day-to-day activities
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as position requires
• Working knowledge of maintenance software, CMMS and SAP
• Maintain good housekeeping within the Engine Room

What Experience And Education You Need

• Grade 12 Diploma with post secondary education is preferred
• Refrigeration License Class B (Ontario Certificate of Qualification in good standing with TSSA))
• Minimum of 5-7 years experience in Ammonia Refrigeration Plant with A class rating
• Working knowledge of Food Safety (GMP, HACCP, AIB and SQF) and Ontario Regulatory bodies

What Could Set You Apart

• Analytical and judgment skills
• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail (rigor)
• Priority Management
• Team Player and collaboration
• Communication skills
• Autonomy, resourcefulness, and sense of initiative
• Reliability
• Ability to work in unionized environment

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job
• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions
• Requires several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching, or bending
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical office work
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks
• May require travel by automobile and airplane
• May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
• May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Requires the use of various electronic tools
• Occasionally works evenings or weekends in order to complete objectives or to attend meetings
• Requires the ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes
• Requires the performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management

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.

The starting pay rate for this position is $38.49/hr. Rate varies based on location.

What We Offer

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.