3rd Shift Ammonia Refrigeration Technician – Fort Smith

Bachoco Group; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance incentive

Benefits package (401K, medical, etc.)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bachoco OK Foods in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician for the 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.).

This safety‑sensitive role operates and maintains the ammonia refrigeration system, including spiral freezers, air units, boilers, compressors and the CO2 system. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, dismantling and replacing parts, preventive maintenance, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring certification for HAZMAT entry and boiler licenses.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Certifications for HAZMAT entry and boiler operations required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the ammonia refrigeration system and related equipment.
• Repair and maintain spiral freezers, air units, boilers, compressors, and CO2 systems.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions, identify root causes, and document observations.
• Dismantle, replace parts, and reassemble machinery as needed.
• Monitor temperatures and adjust controls to meet process requirements.
• Maintain required certifications for HAZMAT entry and boiler operations.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety compliance

Job description

Bachoco OK Foods in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician for the 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.).

This safety‑sensitive role operates and maintains the ammonia refrigeration system, including spiral freezers, air units, boilers, compressors and the CO2 system. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, dismantling and replacing parts, preventive maintenance, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring certification for HAZMAT entry and boiler licenses.