Ammonia Refrigeration Tech - 12h Shifts + Overtime

OSI Jobs; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide food manufacturer seeks Ammonia Refrigeration Operators and Technicians to support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems in a food processing environment. Open to candidates ranging from developing operators to experienced refrigeration technicians.

12-hour shifts are available with day and night options; compensation is $27–$36/hr plus overtime. Location is Knoxville, TN, with safety and teamwork emphasized.

Qualifications

• 1–6 years of industrial maintenance and/or ammonia refrigeration experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems preferred.
• Ability to read P&IDs and technical diagrams.
• RETA/CARO/CIRO certifications preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with compressors, pumps, valves, boilers, or industrial utilities preferred.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments with varying temperatures and physical demands.
• Strong safety awareness, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems in a food processing environment.
• Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Ammonia refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Reading P&IDs

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Nationwide food manufacturer seeks Ammonia Refrigeration Operators and Technicians to support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems in a food processing environment. Open to candidates ranging from developing operators to experienced refrigeration technicians.

12-hour shifts are available with day and night options; compensation is $27–$36/hr plus overtime. Location is Knoxville, TN, with safety and teamwork emphasized.