Indust Refrig Apprentice

LOCATION: 

Burr Ridge, IL, US, 60527

JOB CATEGORY:  Supply

REQUISITION NUMBER:  513441

A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize there’s more to being in business than just making a profit. That’s the Company philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet.  What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because it’s never just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. It’s about how you can grab everything that’s within your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. It’s about having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means we’ll all be a little better off. It’s that mix of integrity and ambition that makes Company such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

About Company, Incorporated 

Company is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, Company DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Company also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Company operates in more than 80 countries. The Company Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

 

Industrial Refrigeration Technician Apprenticeship

Company Ice Cream – Burr Ridge, IL

Position Summary:

This unique opportunity will be under the direction of mentors. The apprentice will develop the ability to troubleshoot, maintain and operate various mechanical systems and their components to include:  industrial ammonia refrigeration equipment, HVAC, boilers, hot water, steam systems, fire / ammonia detection systems, glycol, compressed air systems and all components attached to the previous systems. The apprentice will be required to work and attend school as part of their normal work week. Some training will require travel. Flexible work schedule, weekend work and overtime required. This is an intensive 4 year program and all training is provided by Company / Wrigley Confectionary.

Major Responsibilities:

• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling of plant equipment within close tolerances.
• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem solving on HVAC, industrial refrigeration and utility equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PMs)
• Support factory by operating and maintaining industrial ammonia refrigeration equipment efficiently
• Document work orders (WOs) using computerized maintenance management system (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance)
• Effectively communicates with peers, operators, supervisors and contractors on a daily basis.                                                                                                                                                                   
• Provide enthusiastic support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
• Demonstrate engagement in project management assignments and committees.
• Understand and adhere to Lock-Out Tag-Out Procedures (LOTO), PPE, Confined Space Procedures and all other Plant Safety / Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements for maintaining machine up time.

Education/Training:

• AAS in at least one of the following: HVAC or Industrial Maintenance/Electrical or Facilities Maintenance / Engineering from an accredited electro/mechanical program with a minimum 3.0 GPA. May apply if you are currently within the last semester of completing your degree.
• Copy of transcripts must be included with application.
• References from employers and instructors are strongly encouraged.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical, Mechanical Drawings and P&IDs
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Refrigeration Systems
• Possess a fundamental understanding of HVAC Systems
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Heat Trace, Glycol and Compressed Air Systems
• Possess a fundamental understanding / troubleshooting of AC/DC Electrical Systems
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Building Systems
• Possess strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to develop required technical skills by attending classes and seminars.
• Possess a high degree of working well with others in a people orientated environment.
• Must become HAZMAT qualified.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.).
• Frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
• Frequent handling / gripping / bending / stooping.
• Ability to wear an APR / SCBA
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).             

 

 

 

Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

 

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