Ammonia/Refrigeration Maintenance Tech — Food Mfg (Shift)

JobSquad; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSquad Solutions Team is seeking a 1st and 2nd Shift Ammonia/Refrigeration Maintenance Tech in Carol Stream, IL. The role centers on preventive and corrective maintenance of ammonia and refrigeration systems within a food manufacturing setting.

The candidate will read manuals, diagnose problems, replace parts, and ensure GMP-compliant operations. Mechanical focus with electrical tasks; shifts include weekends as needed; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have refrigeration tech and ammonia experience.
• Food manufacturing/co-packaging industry experience preferred.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjust.
• Ensure GMP-compliant operations at all times.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on ammonia/refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical issues and service equipment.
• Read equipment manuals and work orders; follow safety policies.
• Replace parts, test functionality, and verify adjustments.
• Maintain accurate records and data entry for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Ammonia handling

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Reading manuals

Education

2-year trades degree

4 years plant maintenance experience

Job description

JobSquad Solutions Team is seeking a 1st and 2nd Shift Ammonia/Refrigeration Maintenance Tech in Carol Stream, IL. The role centers on preventive and corrective maintenance of ammonia and refrigeration systems within a food manufacturing setting.

The candidate will read manuals, diagnose problems, replace parts, and ensure GMP-compliant operations. Mechanical focus with electrical tasks; shifts include weekends as needed; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.