Ammonia Refrigeration Tech - AM Shift

The Campbell's Company; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Campbell's Company in Austin, TX is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to maintain safe and efficient ammonia refrigeration systems and plant utilities in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

You will monitor, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration and utility equipment, ensuring product integrity while adhering to regulatory standards. Strong problem-solving, safety awareness, and teamwork are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Formal ammonia refrigeration training from an accredited program.
• 3-5 years of ammonia refrigeration experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and docs.
• Experience operating and maintaining industrial refrigeration systems and plant utilities.
• Ability to install and maintain piping for refrigeration and utilities.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Ability to use maintenance or plant systems software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good math skills: measurements, fractions, ratios, percentages.
• Hold Hazmat and PSM certifications.
• Must provide hand tools for maintenance work.
• Independent worker with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Take routine readings and adjust equipment to stay within safe parameters.
• Operate and maintain plant utility systems supporting manufacturing.
• Monitor production floor freezers to meet temperature specs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Document activities, maintenance, and issues in logs/reports.
• Communicate status and concerns to shifts and leadership.
• Follow GMP, USDA, FDA, PPE, Lockout/Tagout, safety standards.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Schematic reading

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Communication skills

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Hazmat/PSM certifications

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Ammonia refrigeration training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…

As an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safe and efficient operation of the facility’s refrigeration systems, utility infrastructure, and production freezers. Your expertise will help ensure product integrity, equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted production in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO…

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure safe and efficient performance.

• Take routine system readings and make necessary adjustments to maintain refrigeration equipment within safe operating parameters.

• Operate and maintain all plant utility systems that support manufacturing operations.

• Monitor, adjust, and maintain production floor freezers to meet specific product temperature requirements.

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on refrigeration equipment and utility systems.

• Document operational activities, maintenance work, repairs, system performance, and potential issues through daily logs and reports.

• Communicate equipment status, operational concerns, and ongoing work with incoming shifts and production leadership.

• Maintain required certifications and compliance with HAZMAT and Process Safety Management (PSM) protocols.

• Interpret schematics, technical manuals, blueprints, and operating procedures to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.

• Install, repair, and modify refrigeration and utility piping systems, including copper, plastic, tubing, and threaded pipe.

• Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

• Follow all company policies and regulatory requirements, including GMPs, USDA, FDA, PPE, Lockout/Tagout, and safety standards.

• Perform additional maintenance duties and special projects as assigned.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…

• Maintenance and Engineering Teams

• Production and Operations Personnel

• Quality Assurance and Food Safety Teams

• Plant Leadership

• External Contractors, Vendors, and Service Providers

• Safety and Compliance Teams

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• Formal ammonia refrigeration training from an accredited institution.

• 3-5 years of ammonia refrigeration experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical documentation.

• Experience operating and maintaining industrial refrigeration systems and plant utilities.

• Ability to install, repair, and maintain piping systems associated with refrigeration and utilities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

• Ability to utilize computerized plant maintenance or operating systems.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent math skills, including measurements, fractions, ratios, percentages, and basic algebra.

• Ability to maintain required HAZMAT and PSM certifications.

• Ability to provide required hand tools to perform maintenance activities safely and effectively.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of safety awareness and accountability.

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• HVAC certification, particularly for entry-level or apprentice candidates.

• Experience in high-volume food manufacturing or frozen food production environments.

• Knowledge of freezers, coolers, fryers, ovens, batch cooking systems, and high-speed packaging equipment.

• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems or plant operating systems such as Ross.

• Basic Arc, TIG, and MIG welding skills.

• Understanding of probability, statistical analysis, and equipment performance metrics.

• Additional industrial maintenance, utility, or refrigeration certifications.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Industrial food manufacturing environment.

• Frequent exposure to refrigerated, frozen, hot, and ambient production areas.

• Regular climbing, kneeling, stooping, crawling, and work in confined spaces.

• Occasional work at heights, including rooftops and elevated equipment platforms.

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds periodically.

• Requires use of respiratory protection equipment and successful completion of respirator fit testing and SCBA requirements.

• Flexible work schedule required to support manufacturing and maintenance operations.

COMPENSATION

• Pay: $30.00 p/hr.

• Shift: AM Shift

• Location: 200 Michael Angelo Way, Austin, TX 78728

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.