Ammonia Refrigeration Technician | Growth & Benefits

CJ Schwan’s; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Paid time off first year (up to 2 wks)

7 holidays and 2 personal days

Health plans (3)

Vision plans (2)

401k company match (up to 4%)

Disability plans (short & long-term)

Company-paid benefits and EAP

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems in a food manufacturing environment. You will repair and overhaul ammonia refrigeration equipment and support boiler and glycol pump operations, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year maintenance trade degree and 0–1 year of related ammonia refrigeration experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 0–1 year of related experience, ideally in an ammonia refrigeration environment.
• Knowledge of refrigeration maintenance, electrical, HVAC or plumbing, boilers and ammonia compressors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Perform repairs and overhauls on ammonia refrigeration systems across plant areas.
• Maintain boilers, evaporators, condensers, and related water treatment and pumps.
• Assist with equipment setup/teardown and installation of new plant machinery.
• Adhere to safety protocols including LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, Hazmat training.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Electrical & HVAC

Safety compliance

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in maintenance trade preferred

Job description

CJ Schwan's is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems in a food manufacturing environment. You will repair and overhaul ammonia refrigeration equipment and support boiler and glycol pump operations, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a two-year maintenance trade degree and 0–1 year of related ammonia refrigeration experience.