Ammonia Technician - 12 hr Night Shift

1000 ConAgra Fds Packaged Fds LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Stock purchase plan

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance on process refrigeration, HVAC, boilers, air compressors and other facility utilities.

You will work a 4-on, 4-off night shift (12-hour shifts), with a guaranteed $36 per hour and $42 per hour on 12-hour shifts, plus shift differentials of $0.25 or $0.30 per hour depending on shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in stationary engineering, industrial maintenance or related fields.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Attend Garden City Ammonia Program training or equivalent for Ammonia Operator 1/2 and Boiler Technician 1, if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety, Process Safety Management, environmental and quality policies.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, test, adjust, and maintain facility utility systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes to support steady-state operations across multiple shifts.
• Document and track work hours in the CMMS as part of weekly scheduling.

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

HVAC systems

Industrial maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ammonia Operator 1 & 2 certifications training

Boiler Technician 1 certification training

Job description

Shift and Compensation

Shift: 6:00 PM-6:30 AM Hourly Rate: $36.00 an hour + $.30 shift differential Reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, you will work onsite at our Indianapolis, Indiana manufacturing plant on West 62nd Street, home of Reddi-wip and Blue Bonnet. You will work a night shift schedule of four days on and four days off in 12-hour shifts. You will operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance on process refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, boilers, compressed air, water production and distribution, and other facility utility equipment. You will support Process Safety Management activities, training, and annual standard operating procedure reviews while documenting maintenance work in the computerized maintenance management system.

Compensation: $36 per hour guaranteed; $42 per hour when working a 12-hour shift. Shift differentials: $0.25 per hour for second shift and $0.30 per hour for third shift.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety, Process Safety Management, environmental, Safe Quality Food, and good manufacturing practices policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, test, adjust, and maintain facility utility systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes to support steady-state operations and continuity across multiple shifts.
• Support weekly work order schedules established by the Facilities Maintenance Planner and accurately document and track work order hours and completion in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and support major and minor repairs to boilers, ammonia refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, air compressors, fire retention systems, and cooling towers.
• Coordinate with contractors for repairs as needed.
• Support breakdown analysis and workplace organization activities for assigned Facilities areas.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities through the Conagra Performance System.
• Support Process Safety Management activities, training, and annual standard operating procedure reviews.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 or more years of experience in stationary engineering, industrial maintenance, commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning, or an equivalent military field.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment and systems.
• Attend Garden City Ammonia Program training, or equivalent training approved and paid for by management, for Ammonia Operator 1 and 2 certification and Boiler Technician 1 certification if you have not already obtained these certifications.
• Comply with all training and continuing education as directed by our corporate Process Safety team.
• Work overtime or flexible hours as required, including day or night 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements can differ but include: Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time. Performing consistent repetitive tasks. Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

Anticipated Close Date

December 18, 2026

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits

• 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

About the 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.