Refrigeration Technician

Industrial Refrigeration & Utilities TechnicianKeep Critical Plant Systems RunningWe are seeking an experienced Industrial Refrigeration & Utilities Technician to join a high-performing maintenance team supporting a large-scale food manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on role responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing ammonia refrigeration and utility systems that are essential to plant operations.This position is ideal for technicians with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills who have experience with ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, compressed air systems, and plant utilities.Must-Have Qualifications✅ High School Diploma or GED✅ 5+ years of industrial maintenance, utilities, or ammonia refrigeration experience preferred✅ Experience operating and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems✅ Ability to read and interpret:Electrical schematicsMechanical drawingsProcess diagramsControl circuits✅ Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and process equipment✅ Basic computer skills for maintenance records, reporting, and documentation✅ Ability to work different shifts and support production schedules as needed✅ Must be at least 18 years oldHighly Preferred Qualifications⭐ RETA Certification:Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO)Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO)⭐ Hazmat Certification⭐ Experience with:BoilersCompressed Air SystemsHVAC SystemsWastewater Treatment SystemsFire Protection SystemsSteam and Condensate SystemsWhat You'll Be DoingOperate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure safe and reliable production operations.Monitor equipment performance and identify maintenance needs before failures occur.Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and process-related equipment issues.Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.Conduct Mechanical Integrity inspections and regulatory compliance checks.Support plant utility systems including:Ammonia RefrigerationBoilersCompressed AirSteam SystemsGlycol and Brine SystemsHVAC EquipmentFire Pumps and Sprinkler SystemsWastewater Pretreatment SystemsNatural Gas SystemsMaintain accurate maintenance records and equipment histories.Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and plant uptime.Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with food safety, GMP, and regulatory requirements.Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime and improve productivity.What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is a self-motivated maintenance professional who can work independently, respond quickly to equipment issues, and take ownership of critical utility systems. You should be comfortable diagnosing complex problems, prioritizing preventive maintenance, and contributing to plant reliability and operational excellence.Why Apply?Stable manufacturing environment with critical utility systemsOpportunity to work with advanced ammonia refrigeration technologyHigh-impact role supporting production and facility operationsGrowth opportunities for experienced industrial maintenance professionalsComprehensive benefits package including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k)