Plant Mechanic, Ammonia Refrigeration

Maintenance Mechanic Refrigeration

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Schedule: Must be flexible to support 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, including weekdays, weekends, and overtime as needed Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Position Overview

Bridor USA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic Refrigeration to support our Salt Lake City manufacturing facility.

This position is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the plant's refrigeration and utility systems while also supporting preventive maintenance and repair activities throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on industrial maintenance experience along with experience operating and troubleshooting refrigeration systems. This role is critical to maintaining safe, reliable equipment and supporting the consistent production of high-quality food products.

Refrigeration and Utility Systems

• Perform documented inspections and operational checks of refrigeration systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment and address identified issues.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration system problems, determine root causes, and perform necessary repairs or corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance and help maintain safe and reliable plant utility operations.
• Accurately document maintenance and repair activities.

Maintenance and Equipment Support

• Troubleshoot mechanical and equipment failures and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Fabricate or modify parts, structures, and equipment using maintenance shop tools.
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, painting, and other facility maintenance needs.
• Support the continued development and improvement of the plant's energy and utility systems.
• Assist with training and providing guidance to new employees.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, and other departments to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.

Food Safety and Quality

• Perform maintenance activities in accordance with food safety and quality requirements.
• Follow GMPs and applicable plant procedures.
• Notify the Quality Assurance team of any conditions or deviations that could affect product quality or food safety.
• Maintain compliance with applicable HACCP, FDA, EPA, OSHA, and other federal and state requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum Ammonia Blue Seal certification required; Ammonia Red Seal certification is also acceptable.
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance or mechanic experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of experience operating and troubleshooting refrigeration systems.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Good organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to assist other team members as needed.

Why Join Bridor?

Bridor is a leading manufacturer of premium European-style breads, pastries, and viennoiseries, combining traditional baking expertise with modern manufacturing technology.

Joining our Salt Lake City team provides the opportunity to:

• Work in a growing, modern food manufacturing operation.
• Gain hands-on experience with industrial refrigeration, utilities, and sophisticated production equipment.
• Be part of a maintenance team that directly impacts equipment reliability, production performance, and food safety.
• Work alongside experienced maintenance, engineering, production, and quality professionals.
• Develop your technical skills and expand your knowledge of industrial equipment and systems.
• Build a long-term career within an international organization that supports professional growth and internal advancement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Employee referral program
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Schedule and Work Environment

This is an onsite position at our Salt Lake City manufacturing facility.

Candidates must be flexible to work:

• 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift depending on operational needs
• 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts
• Weekdays and/or weekends
• Overtime and additional shift coverage as needed

This position requires working in an industrial food manufacturing environment around production equipment, refrigeration systems, utilities, varying temperatures, and other operating conditions.

Bridor USA is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to legally protected characteristics.