Refrigeration/Power Plant Technician at Cincinnati OH

Position Summary:

Install, service and repair heating, venting, air conditioning and refrigeration/ammonia systems. Ensure work is completed in accordance with relevant codes. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Review specifications to plan layout and installation of wiring, equipment, or fixtures for heating/cooling systems, based on job requirements and local codes.
• Assemble, install or repair wiring, electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery and equipment for heating and cooling systems.
• Construct and fabricate pipe or plumbing systems and equipment for heating and cooling systems; connect wires thermostats, controllers, switches and other components.
• Inspect, operate and test heating or cooling system equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
• Dismantle devices to gain access or to remove defective parts; repair or replace defective equipment, components or wiring.
• Reassemble and test equipment after completing repairs; record and report all faults, deficiencies and other unusual occurrences
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.  Support the Predictive and Preventative maintenance program team.
• Support capital and internal projects; drive upgrades to plant refrigeration and power systems.
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements. 
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems. 
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles. 
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Behaviors/Skills:

Some of the Behaviors needed to successfully perform this position are:

Leadership Behaviors: 

• Puts the Customer First - Anticipates customer needs, champions for the customer, acts with customers in mind, exceeds customers’ expectations, gains customers’ trust and respect.
• Communicates effectively and candidly - Communicates clearly and directly, approachable, relates well to others, engages people and helps them understand change, provides and seeks feedback, articulates clearly, actively listens.
• Achieves results through teamwork – Is open to diverse ideas, works inclusively and collaboratively, holds self and others accountable, involves others to accomplish individual and team goals.
• Leads through positive influence – Demonstrates strong character; builds partnerships; models a conscious balance between work and personal life; takes personal responsibility for own development; role models leadership qualities such as motivation, inspiration, passion and trust.
• Coaches and develops others - Develops and cares about associates, builds effective teams, helps people be their best, values and manages diversity, provides candid and constructive feedback.
• Leads change and innovation - Challenges the status quo, embraces technology, puts forward creative ideas, champions and implements process improvements, gathers the ideas of others, demonstrates good judgment about which ideas will work.
• Executes with excellence - Is action oriented, drives for results, sets clear expectations and milestones, reviews progress, acts decisively, solves problems, can be counted on to consistently meet or exceed goals.
•  Provides clear and strategic direction - Plans and organizes well, sets a clear and simple course of action, stays focused on the most important priorities, has the ability to visualize and plan for the future, understands the industry and marketplace.
• Safety Awareness -Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards

Minimum Position Qualifications: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions.
• Good attention to detail with high degree of accuracy and precision.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Completion of all certifications required by The Kroger Company, state and federal agencies to operate a power and/or ammonia plant safely.
• Strong knowledge of Electrical Safe Work Practices.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction or repair of heating and cooling systems.
•  Ability to interface with and troubleshoot motor control equipment properly and safely.

Desired Previous Job Experience :

• 2-4 years of experience as maintenance mechanic or electrician.

Potential Career Path from this position:

• MFG Maintenance Supervisor 
• MFG Maintenance Resource Leader

​Job Codes to be used:

KERMIT 3010233 MFG REFRIG/POWER TECHNICIAN