Ammonia Refrigeration Mechanic - 2nd Shift (Evenings)

CJ Schwan’s; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO 2 weeks

7 holidays

Personal days

401k match

Health plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

EAP

Life insurance

Caregiving support

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician for a full-time second shift (5:00pm–5:00am, Wed-Sat) in Ohio. Starting pay is $30.00/hr with a $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 p.m.

to 4:00 a.m., plus comprehensive benefits. You will perform inspections and repairs on ammonia refrigeration systems, install and maintain motors, valves, and safety controls, and follow LOTO and Hazmat procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in a specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 2+ years refrigeration maintenance experience, including boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to obtain Hazmat certification and safety licenses as needed.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and following safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems, including air conditioners, compressors, evaporators, and boilers, ensuring proper lubrication, coolant levels, airflow, and defrost cycles.
• Execute complex repairs and complete overhauls on refrigeration equipment; isolate and service ammonia systems, replace valves and pumps, reset compressors, and calibrate temperature probes and CO2 monitors.
• Install, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses across refrigeration areas, while managing refrigeration parts inventory and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction for plant buildings and stationary machinery.
• Comply with all facility safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, and Fall Protection; participate in Hazmat training and team activities to ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Safety training

Hazmat cert

Heavy lifting

Education

HS diploma or GED

Trade degree preferred

Job description

CJ Schwan's is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician for a full-time second shift (5:00pm–5:00am, Wed-Sat) in Ohio. Starting pay is $30.00/hr with a $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 p.m.

to 4:00 a.m., plus comprehensive benefits. You will perform inspections and repairs on ammonia refrigeration systems, install and maintain motors, valves, and safety controls, and follow LOTO and Hazmat procedures.