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Ammonia Maintenance Technician - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus! at Vertical Cold Storage LLC – Medley, Florida

Vertical Cold Storage LLC
Medley, Florida, 33178, United States
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About This Position

Are you an experienced ammonia refrigeration tech or ready to take the next step in your career? Well then, Vertical Cold Storage is looking for you to join our team as a Maintenance Tech!


Vertical Cold Storage is a leader in our industry, as well as an employer of choice because not only do we offer a competitive wage, but we offer a competitive benefits package that includes health and welfare benefits, 401k match, ETO, referral bonus, and more.


Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus ($500 at 90 days, $500 at 6 months, and $1,000 at 12 months).

Why Vertical Cold Storage needs you:

This person will be responsible for the daily operation of the ammonia refrigeration system and general building maintenance.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform daily rounds on the ammonia refrigeration system, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, log, and assist on warehouse general repairs which include dock levelers, freezer doors, a/c units, light plumbing, electrical. Candidate must be comfortable to be in rotation for on-calls in emergencies.
  • Locate source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring and testing instruments.
  • Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoist, cranes, hand tools and power tools.
  • Responsible for the care and upkeep of the building, material handling equipment, and refrigeration systems.
  • Identify current and future maintenance requirements by establishing rapport with management and personnel.
  • Review preventative maintenance reports and statistics; inspect operating machines, equipment, and systems for conformance with operational standards.
  • Resolve maintenance problems by conferring with Maintenance I and/or management.
  • Protect employees and visitors by maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
  • Collaborate departmental workflow between warehouse, production, office, and corporate administrative departments.
  • Support assigned duties of warehouse management to assist in the business of the facility.

    • Required Skills:

  • Knowledge of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, ability to read schematics and basic welding.
    • RETA Certification in Industrial Refrigeration Course One or equivalent certification
  • Ability to communicate at all levels as well as read and write English.
  • Capable of using a wide variety of hand tools and various electric/mechanical testing devices.
  • Problem solving abilities with attention to detail.
  • Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds frequently
  • Ability to work in temperatures as low as -5 Fahrenheit in cold storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear or up to 100 Fahrenheit outdoors.


    • Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma
  • 3-5 years’ experience in warehouse/distribution maintenance
  • Must have Industrial Refrigeration Operator One certification or equivalent.
  • Knowledge and experience in Safety and OSHA desired

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    Physical Requirements: While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate will work in a warehouse environment with frequent prolonged work schedules with little notice and continual exposure to extreme cold and noise. Some travel may be required.

  • Vertical Cold Storage will pay for the enrollment into the Refrigeration Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA) program and cost of testing. Study and testing will be completed on own time. Failure to pass or complete the course in the defined timeline will result in termination from the position and require the employee to reimburse the company for the cost of the course(s) not completed.


    • Vertical Cold Storage is an EOE/M/F/D/V

    Drug Free Workplace


    1st shift - 6 am start time.

    Job Location

    Medley, Florida, 33178, United States
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