Job Title: 2nd Shift Refrigeration Maintenance Technician
Location: Council Bluffs, IA
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: USD As per Exp.

Job Summary:

Join Client and help us raise the bar on quality food production in a safe environment for our team members. As a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of our refrigeration systems in our facility that operates five days a week producing Pepperoni. This 2nd shift role runs from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am, with competitive pay, great benefits, and significant opportunities for career progression based on your skills and training.

Position Summary:

The Refrigeration Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of refrigeration systems, specifically focusing on ammonia and other plant-based refrigeration equipment. The role involves maintaining a safe working environment while adhering to Client policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Monitoring and Maintenance: Operate, monitor, and repair ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and piping systems.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct safety checks and perform preventative maintenance throughout the facility.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety, food safety, GMP, and SQF standards.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass a basic physical and a pulmonary (breathing) test; ability to wear a respirator and complete respirator training is required.
• Mobility and Environment: Ability to work in various conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, and other harsh environments) and move to different areas of the plant as needed.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with management, Quality Assurance, vendors, and USDA representatives; must be able to read, write, and use math skills for necessary documentation.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and other shifts to cover for vacations, training, or special projects.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 6 months of continuous work experience in maintenance with a single employer within the last 12 months or have recently attended/graduated from an industrial maintenance training program within the last 3 years.
• Ability to work the 2nd shift from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am.
• Capable of passing a physical exam, pulmonary test, and completing respirator training.

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have):

• Experience or education in refrigeration systems, with a preference for ammonia-based systems.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM) is a plus.
• Strong desire and willingness to learn the ammonia refrigeration trade.

How This Role Fits into the Organization:

The Refrigeration Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in maintaining the refrigeration systems and ensuring a safe working environment while meeting Client' high standards. You will work as part of a dedicated team focused on quality and operational excellence.

Why Join Client?

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact, Client is the place to be. We are committed to creating high-quality products while ensuring the safety and growth of our team members. Our facility in Council Bluffs produces top-quality Pepperoni, and we offer excellent benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information:

• Compensation: This position starts at $26.35/hr. for level 1, with additional shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, and opportunities for overtime.
• Work Arrangement: No relocation assistance or flexible work hours are available.
• Position Type: Backfill (previous role replacement).
• Sponsorship: Not available.
• Equity: Not offered.