Refrigeration and Maintenance Techs

we are seeking experienced refrigeration & maintenance technicians to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a poultry processing facility. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing industrial refrigeration systems, production equipment, utilities, and facility systems.

the ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a food-processing, manufacturing, industrial, or poultry environment and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled production facility.

• operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial refrigeration systems.
• perform preventive and corrective maintenance on refrigeration equipment and associated components.
• troubleshoot compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves, controls, piping, and refrigeration systems.
• monitor refrigeration system pressures, temperatures, levels, and operating conditions.
• respond quickly to refrigeration alarms, equipment failures, and production-related maintenance issues.
• maintain refrigeration systems in accordance with company safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs, inspections, and system conditions.

mechanical & equipment maintenance:

• troubleshoot, repair, and maintain poultry processing and packaging equipment.
• perform mechanical repairs involving bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, motors, pumps, conveyors, valves, and pneumatic systems.
• conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• diagnose equipment failures and identify root causes.
• assist with equipment installation, modification, fabrication, and improvements.
• maintain facility systems including doors, drains, pumps, utilities, and other plant infrastructure.

electrical & controls:

• troubleshoot basic to intermediate electrical problems involving motors, sensors, switches, relays, starters, and control circuits.
• read and interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• use electrical testing equipment safely and appropriately.
• escalate complex electrical, plc, or controls issues when specialized support is required.

safety & food safety:

• follow all osha, company safety, lockout/tagout, ppe, and environmental procedures.
• follow food-safety, sanitation, and gmp requirements applicable to a poultry processing facility.
• maintain a clean and safe work area.
• properly document maintenance activities and safety-related inspections.
• support plant compliance with applicable refrigeration, environmental, and food-safety requirements.

• high school diploma or ged preferred.
• technical certification, trade school, or equivalent industrial maintenance training preferred.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance or refrigeration experience preferred.
• experience in poultry processing, food manufacturing, cold storage, or a similar industrial environment is highly desirable.
• experience with industrial refrigeration systems, preferably ammonia (nh₃) refrigeration
  , is strongly preferred for refrigeration-focused positions.
• mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• ability to read mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and electrical schematics.
• ability to use hand tools, power tools, meters, gauges, and other maintenance equipment.
• ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.

preferred skills & certifications:

• reta certification or equivalent refrigeration training.
• epa refrigeration certification, where applicable.
• electrical, hvac, mechanical, or industrial maintenance certification.
• experience with plcs and automated production equipment.
• pneumatic and hydraulic systems experience.
• cmms/maintenance-management-system…