Ammonia Refrigeration Tech II — 2nd Shift

schwans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

3 Health Plans

2 Dental Plans

2 Vision Plans

Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4%

Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans

Job summary

Schwan's Company in Pennsylvania is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician to inspect and service ammonia refrigeration systems within a food manufacturing environment. You will perform complex repairs, install and maintain motors, pumps, switches and safety controls, and manage equipment inventory while ensuring compliance with safety programs and regulatory requirements.

This full-time role requires availability for 2nd shift (including weekends) and offers a strong benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in a specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 2+ years of refrigeration maintenance experience, including knowledge of boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to safely use air-purifying respirators (APR), SCBA, and obtain Hazmat certification.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; ability to obtain necessary licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and committed to 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

HS diploma or GED

2-year maintenance trade degree

Refrigeration maintenance

Boilers & ammonia compressors

Hazmat certification

APR/SCBA use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year maintenance trade degree

Job description

Schwan's Company in Pennsylvania is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician to inspect and service ammonia refrigeration systems within a food manufacturing environment. You will perform complex repairs, install and maintain motors, pumps, switches and safety controls, and manage equipment inventory while ensuring compliance with safety programs and regulatory requirements.

This full-time role requires availability for 2nd shift (including weekends) and offers a strong benefits