Ammonia Refrigeration & Boiler Technician Growth & Benefits

Smithfield Foods; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Starting Pay (hourly)

Relocation Assistance

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to support the plant's reliability and safety programs. The role requires RETA certification and hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and mechanical systems.

You will work with a team to plan repairs, perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and respond to urgent work requests while upholding food safety and GMP standards. Opportunities for growth and relocation assistance are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Or 4 years’ direct experience in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing.
• Must have RETA Certification and knowledge in ammonia refrigeration and plant systems.
• Willing to work all shifts, extended hours and weekends.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct equipment repairs as part of a team.
• Perform routine audits and equipment inspections.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities.
• Maintain clear communication with operations.
• Respond to unplanned or emergency work requests.
• Follow food safety and GMP.

Skills

RETA Certification

Ammonia Refrigeration

Engine & Boiler systems

Electricity & motor controls

Controls & instrumentation

PLC/software & hardware

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Mechanical systems

Predictive maintenance

Maintenance Planning

Site utilities

System analysis & troubleshooting

Pipefitting & welding

Machining

Metal fabrication

Basic computer skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

4 years’ direct experience in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to support the plant's reliability and safety programs. The role requires RETA certification and hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and mechanical systems.

You will work with a team to plan repairs, perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and respond to urgent work requests while upholding food safety and GMP standards. Opportunities for growth and relocation assistance are available.