Ammonia/Refrigeration Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Maintenance Technician (Industrial Refrigeration & Boiler)
Location:  Onsite in Sioux Falls SD (Relocation Assistance Available)
Hire Type: Direct Hire/Permanent
Target Pay Rate: $50,000-$70,000 per year
Benefits:  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, PTO, paid holidays, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, relocation assistance

Must-Have Skills:

• 1+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience (or 4+ years of related industrial maintenance experience)
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration and/or boiler systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices
• Experience with industrial equipment, utilities, and mechanical systems
• Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and equipment documentation
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices

Job Summary:
The Industrial Refrigeration & Boiler Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing industrial refrigeration, boiler, and utility systems within a manufacturing environment. This role supports plant reliability by performing preventive maintenance, responding to equipment failures, and ensuring critical utility systems operate safely and efficiently.

Job Duties:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on industrial refrigeration, boiler, and utility equipment
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Inspect, audit, and monitor equipment to identify maintenance needs before failures occur
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues
• Assist with maintenance of motors, controls, instrumentation, PLCs, piping, and mechanical systems
• Support maintenance planning and equipment improvement initiatives
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests and equipment breakdowns in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and complete work orders
• Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to coordinate repairs and minimize production interruptions
• Follow all safety procedures, food safety requirements, and good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while complying with company safety standards

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school, military training, or certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred
• RETA certification is preferred or willingness to obtain certification
• Experience with three or more of the following is highly preferred:
  • Ammonia refrigeration
  • Boiler and engine systems
  • Electrical systems and motor controls
  • PLCs, controls, and instrumentation
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Mechanical systems
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance
  • Site utilities
  • Pipefitting and welding
  • Machining or metal fabrication
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be willing to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.