Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Neil Jones Food Company; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Job summary

The Neil Jones Food Company is seeking a Refrigeration Technician in Vancouver, WA to operate and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems across multiple temperature zones. You will perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and support Freon systems to ensure reliable, compliant operation for production.

Qualified applicants have at least 5 years of ammonia refrigeration experience, active certifications, and the ability to pass pre-employment checks and a peak-season schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years ammonia refrigeration experience.
• Active certifications: 06A Electrical License, Universal Refrigerant Handlers Card, RETA Operator I or CARO.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test, background and credit checks; able to work extended schedules during peak season.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems across multiple temperature zones.
• Inspect compressors, condensers, evaporators, vessels, pumps, valves, and piping.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and respond to alarms or failures.
• Support maintenance on Freon systems and various ammonia system designs (flooded, liquid recirculation, DX).

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Job description

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E6- Designated Full Time - Union Vancouver, WA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3880

Salary Range: $43.75 To $44.75 Hourly

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are seeking a Refrigeration Technician that will be responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems, including ammonia and Freon-based equipment. This role supports production by ensuring refrigeration systems remain reliable, compliant, and operating efficiently across multiple temperature zones. The technician will complete daily logs, inspections, and preventative maintenance, and respond to system alarms or equipment failures as needed.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems across multiple temperature zones.
• Perform routine inspections of refrigeration equipment, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, vessels, pumps, valves, and associated piping.
• Troubleshoot system issues including mechanical failures, electrical/control issues, and operational alarms.
• Support maintenance and repair work on Freon systems as needed.
• Work with different ammonia system designs, including flooded systems, liquid recirculation systems, and direct expansion (DX) systems.

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of ammonia refrigeration experience and familiarity with Freon systems.
• Required certifications include a 06A Electrical License, Universal Refrigerant Handlers Card, and RETA Operator I or CARO, all maintained in active status.
• Must possess strong troubleshooting skills for both mechanical and electrical systems, including pumps, flow rates, and controls.
• Capable of completing detailed record-keeping, performing physical work up to 50 lbs, and working on multiple temperature ammonia systems with various configurations (flooded, liquid recirculation, DX).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, and credit screen, and to work extended schedule and weekends during the fresh pack season, typically July to early November.
• 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous other voluntary insurance products available
• Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver
• Free parking

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.