Ammonia Certified Technician

Thrive Freeze Dry, a rapidly growing freeze-dried manufacturing company is recruiting for a detailed oriented and organized Ammonia Certified Technician for our office in Langley BC reporting to the Maintenance Manager. This opportunity is for the night shift and follows a 12-hour rotational schedule. Key Responsibilities: * Inspection and daily maintenance of all equipment (Freeze Dry System & others) * Measure and troubleshoot temperature, pressure, and fuel flow, detect leaks or other equipment failures * Ensure the system start-up and shutdown operations are maintained * Implement corrective actions and minor repairs to prevent equipment or system failure * Manage the daily lubrications and other daily equipment tasks * Manage the workspace to be clear and clean after repairs * Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reporting as required * Assist in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures * In the absence of, the ammonia lead serves as back up to this position to ensure all food safety, quality objectives and SQF system requirements are met. * Other tasks as assigned Qualifications: * 4th Class Power Engineering Certification is a must * Minimum two years of experience in ammonia or freon refrigeration operation or power engineering within a manufacturing environment. * Proficient in electrical and mechanical maintenance, applying knowledge and skills on a daily basis. * Strong awareness of safety protocols and the ability to perform duties in compliance with legislated safety requirements. * Knowledge of Word and Excel * Capable of performing physical tasks, such as lifting at least 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting. * Comfortable working in temperature-controlled, refrigerated, or chilled environments.

The technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of freeze-dry equipment and refrigeration systems. They must also ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards while maintaining accurate operational reports.

Candidates must hold a 4th Class Power Engineering Certification and have at least two years of experience in ammonia or freon refrigeration. Proficiency in electrical and mechanical maintenance is required, along with the physical ability to perform manual tasks in a temperature-controlled environment.

• Preventive MaintenancePreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• TroubleshootingPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred

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• Ammonia refrigeration
• Power engineering
• Equipment maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Electrical maintenance
• Mechanical maintenance
• System inspection
• Safety protocols
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Food safety
• SQF system compliance
• Preventive maintenance
• System start-up
• System shutdown
• 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate
• Operation Maintenance
• Safety Procedures
• Lubrication
• Ammonia
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Lyophilization
• Operations
• Power Engineering
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Engineering
• Food & Beverage
• Certified Technician
• HVAC Mechanic / Installer
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week