Ammonia Technician

Conagra Brands; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Conagra Brands is seeking a Refrigeration/Ammonia Technician for its Indianapolis manufacturing facility. This role involves performing maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems, requiring a high school diploma and relevant experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay with shift differentials and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) and pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in industrial maintenance or military equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated electrical & mechanical troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair Utility Equipment (Boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration).
• Utilize CMMS for documenting work orders and maintenance activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems repair

Mechanical systems repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shift: 6:15 PM-6:45 AM

Hourly Rate: $35.00 an hour + $.25 for 2nd; .30 for 3rd shift differential

Conagra Brands - Indianapolis, home of Reddi Whip and Blue Bonnet, is looking to add to our experienced facilities maintenance team. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will work onsite at the Indianapolis, IN manufacturing plant on West 62nd St. This is a night shift position scheduled 4 days on and 4 days off, 12-hour shifts. Refrigeration/Ammonia Techs will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all Process Refrigeration, HVAC, Boilers, and Compressed Air equipment.

Compensation:

• $35/hour guarantee. $40.83/hr if working 12-hour shift.

• Differentials ($0.25 for 2nd and $0.30 for 3rd)

YOU WILL

• Comply with Safety, PSM, environmental, SQF, GMP policies, procedures and regulations.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, test, adjust, and maintains the facility’s utilities systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes, maintaining steady-state operations and continuity across multiple shifts.
• Support weekly work order schedules as arranged by Facilities Maintenance Planner, utilizing CMMS to accurately document and track work order hours and execution.
• Help perform major and minor repairs on Utility Equipment (Boilers, Ammonia Refrigeration, HVAC, Air Compressors, Fire Retention Systems and Cooling Towers).
• Support Break-Down-Analysis (BDA) and 5S for assigned Facilities areas and supports and actively participates in continuous improvement activities through the Conagra Performance System (CPS).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of stationary engineer, industrial maintenance, commercial HVAC, or military equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical & mechanical equipment and systems
• Required to attend GCAP (or equivalent approved by Management & paid by company) for Ammonia Operator 1 & 2 certification and Boiler Tech 1 certification if not already obtained.
• Ability to work overtime and/or flex work hours as required (day or night 12-hour shifts) including weekends and holidays.

Anticipated Close Date: August 1, 2025Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye , Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.