Commercial HVAC Technician - Food Production Facility

Snack Innovations Inc.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Snack Innovations is seeking a skilled Commercial HVAC Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems in our production facility. You will read schematics, diagnose issues, and take ownership of equipment performance in a fast-paced environment.

The role supports 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7:30am) with Mon-Fri or Sun-Thurs schedules, working on essential systems that keep production reliable and safe.

Qualifications

• Experience as a commercial HVAC/R technician in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read schematics and diagnose HVAC/refrigeration issues.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair cooling tunnels, HVAC systems, boilers, and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using schematics and meters.
• Maintain maintenance records and support facility improvements.
• Communicate with operations and leadership on safety and uptime.
• Follow GMP and safety practices.

Skills

HVAC/R experience

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Safety minded

Tools

Meters

Ohmmeters

Technical diagrams

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance


• Opportunity for advancement

Snack Innovations, the maker of Drizzilicious is a growing snack brand known for creating fun, flavorful better-for-you treats, including mini rice cakes and drizzled popcorn. Behind the brand is a fast-moving manufacturing environment where reliable building systems, refrigeration, HVAC, and mechanical equipment are essential to keeping operations running safely and efficiently.

We are looking for a skilled Commercial HVAC Technician to support our facility by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC, refrigeration, cooling tunnel production equipment, plumbing, boiler, and related mechanical systems. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with a variety of systems, and taking ownership of equipment performance in a production‑focused environment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Commercial HVAC Technician, your work will directly support facility reliability, employee comfort, equipment uptime, safety, and daily operations. This role is a strong fit for someone with commercial HVAC or HVAC/R experience who can troubleshoot independently, read schematics, respond with urgency, and communicate clearly when system issues may affect the facility or production.

The team is growing and we're adding multiple Commercial HVAC Technicians on 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7:30am) with Mon-Fri and Sun-Thurs schedule options available.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair cooling tunnels and conveyers, commercial HVAC systems, air conditioning units, boilers, refrigeration equipment, plumbing systems, and related mechanical systems


• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and control‑related issues using schematics, meters, ohmmeters, technical documentation, and hands‑on experience


• Repair or replace HVAC/R components, plumbing components, controls, equipment parts, and related system components


• Support HVAC installation or system improvement projects as needed


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and equipment performance


• Assist with broader facility maintenance needs, including mechanical repairs, appliance repair, welding, and other hands‑on work as required


• Communicate clearly with maintenance, operations, production, vendors, and leadership when issues may affect safety, comfort, uptime, or workflow


• Follow company safety practices, GMP food manufacturing requirements, and applicable procedures

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Experience as a commercial HVAC, HVAC/R, refrigeration, facilities, or related service technician


• Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, boilers, controls, and related mechanical systems


• Ability to read schematics, technical diagrams, system documentation, and HVAC design information


• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues using meters, ohmmeters, schematics, and related tools


• Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, plumbing systems, HVAC controls, and general facility maintenance


• Welding, appliance repair, and broader equipment repair experience are helpful


• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform hands‑on work in a manufacturing environment


• Strong safety mindset, problem‑solving ability, attention to detail, and communication skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base Pay: $31.50–$40.00 per hour, based on experience and skillset

Additional Compensation: Overtime after 40 hrs, shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k)


• Paid time off


• Paid holidays

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you are a skilled Commercial HVAC Technician who wants to bring your experience to a growing snack brand and support a fast‑paced manufacturing facility where your work matters every day, we would like to hear from you.

Drizzilicious is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business needs.