BOILER & REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

JBS USA; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS USA in Grand Island, NE, seeks a Boiler & Refrigeration Technician to operate, maintain, and repair ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and related plant utilities. You will ensure equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.

This role requires following safety protocols, completing work orders, and supporting daily maintenance operations. A strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently are essential to keep critical systems safe, compliant, and

Qualifications

• Operates and maintains major plant utility systems including ammonia refrigeration and boilers.
• Performs preventive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
• Follows safety, food-safety, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, compressed air systems, and facility utilities.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on valve stations, piping, and elevated system components using ladders, stairs, and platforms.
• Monitor and maintain refrigeration, boiler, compressed air, and hot/cold water systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Complete all assigned work orders—scheduled and unscheduled—in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in daily maintenance department operations, supporting all plant maintenance areas as needed.
• Document maintenance activities according to safety, food safety, and company policy requirements.
• Follow all safety protocols, including LOTO, confined space, fall protection, hot work, and other required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols

HVAC license (preferred)

Job description

Description

Position at JBS USA

Boiler & Refrigeration Technician

Description

The Boiler & Refrigeration Technician is responsible for safely operating, maintaining, and repairing all major plant utility systems, including ammonia refrigeration, boilers, compressed air, wastewater, hot/cold water, and related mechanical infrastructure. This role ensures equipment reliability through preventive maintenance, timely troubleshooting, and adherence to all safety, food‑safety, and company policies. The technician supports daily maintenance operations and performs both scheduled and unscheduled tasks as directed by leadership.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, compressed air systems, and facility utilities.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on valve stations, piping, and elevated system components using ladders, stairs, and platforms.
• Monitor and maintain refrigeration, boiler, compressed air, and hot/cold water systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Complete all assigned work orders—scheduled and unscheduled—in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in daily maintenance department operations, supporting all plant maintenance areas as needed.
• Document maintenance activities according to safety, food safety, and company policy requirements.
• Follow all safety protocols, including LOTO, confined space, fall protection, hot work, and other required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Functional Requirements

• HVAC license preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow supervisor direction and complete tasks independently.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment safely and effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining compliance with safety, food safety, and company procedures.

EOE/VETS/DISABILITY