Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Technician

Tyson Foods; Alexandria (KY); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems across all shifts, ensuring safe, compliant temperatures and continuous production.

You will perform preventative maintenance, monitor evaporators, condensers, boilers, and water chemistry, and document activities using CMMS. Strong math, communication skills, and physical stamina are required.

Qualifications

• Refrigeration maintenance and operation of ammonia systems per USDA and Tyson standards.
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration equipment and safety protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret technical maintenance data and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia screw compressor package and perform routine preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment.
• Maintain ammonia evaporators and condensers to meet temperature and efficiency targets.
• Maintain boilers and steam controls to support processing and sanitation.
• Conduct water chemistry testing to prevent scaling and ensure equipment performance.
• Manage ammonia vessels and pumps to ensure proper temperatures and flow.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

HVAC

CMMS

Basic math

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance program enrollment

One year HVAC experience

Technical college certification in Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems across all shifts, ensuring safe, compliant temperatures and continuous production.

You will perform preventative maintenance, monitor evaporators, condensers, boilers, and water chemistry, and document activities using CMMS. Strong math, communication skills, and physical stamina are required.