Ammonia Refrigeration Technician | 7am–7pm Shift

Simplot Company; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company seeks a Refrigeration Operator (Crew A) at the Grand Forks, ND facility. You will maintain and operate the ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors, and HVAC equipment to support safe, reliable plant operations and product integrity.

Primary duties include performing refrigeration operations, defrosting freezer evaporators, monitoring logs and sensors, and ensuring work orders are completed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 years of related maintenance, mechanical, refrigeration, or industrial experience.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment, including routine maintenance.
• Working knowledge of refrigeration fundamentals and cycle.
• Ability to obtain CIRO certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs refrigeration operational and maintenance duties for the Grand Forks site, including defrost of freezer evaporators.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area and ensures work orders are completed as assigned.
• Monitors refrigeration logs, fire protection systems, and cold storage recorders; supports plant safety programs.
• Operates and maintains ammonia systems, HVAC, AMU units, and related equipment; follows lockout/tagout procedures.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two (2) years of related industrial refrigeration experience or training

Tools

HVAC systems

Job description

Simplot Company seeks a Refrigeration Operator (Crew A) at the Grand Forks, ND facility. You will maintain and operate the ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors, and HVAC equipment to support safe, reliable plant operations and product integrity.

Primary duties include performing refrigeration operations, defrosting freezer evaporators, monitoring logs and sensors, and ensuring work orders are completed.