Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Tech

dfa; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teamsters Union benefits

Competitive pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth - promote from within

Uniforms provided

Dairy farm family employer

Job summary

Toledo Ice Cream, a DFA-owned brand, seeks skilled Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Techs to maintain ammonia refrigeration equipment and related systems. This role covers electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic tasks, with both planned and unplanned maintenance responsibilities.

We value a high school diploma or GED, with at least one year in industrial refrigeration and maintenance. Union benefits and opportunities for growth are highlighted in the listing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of industrial refrigeration experience with ammonia.
• Minimum one year experience in an industrial maintenance role, preferably food and beverage industry.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, PLC and HVAC systems.
• Able to inspect equipment, identify issues, and take corrective action.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continued operation of ammonia refrigeration equipment by completing planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Work in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic capacities.
• Communicate findings and recommended improvements clearly.

Job description

Toledo Ice Cream has immediate job openings for skilled Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Techs, responsible for ensuring the continued operation of machinery and ammonia refrigeration equipment in an electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic capacity by completing planned and unplanned maintenance requirements.

Toledo Ice Cream is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 10,000 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. At Toledo Ice Cream, we create novelty ice cream products and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!

OUR AMMONIA REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE TECHS MAKE:

• Up to $47.65 / hour for Senior Level Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Tech, based on qualifications (will be determined at interview)
• Additional $0.50/hr shift differential

SHIFT SCHEDULE:

Some weekends and on-call required.

BENEFITS:

• Teamsters 20 Union: Pension plan & comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

• High school diploma or GED preferred. CARO/CIRO or equivalent certifications is a plus.
• Minimum 1 year of industrial refrigeration experience with ammonia or combination of experience and trade school.
• Minimum one year experience in an industrial maintenance role, preferably food and beverage industry.
• Minimum one year experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and/or HVAC.
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time.
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and regulations related to ammonia refrigeration.
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures.
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Must be able to handle basic hand tools.
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to work in a cold, wet environment with moderate to high noise volume.
• May experience some exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals or allergens.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans