Industrial Refrigeration & Boiler Tech — Relocation Available

Smithfield Foods; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician to support maintenance for a food manufacturing environment in North Carolina. The role requires a RETA background and experience with ammonia refrigeration, engines, and boiler systems.

You will join a safety‑driven team and participate in planned repairs, inspections, and real‑time troubleshooting. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with 1+ year in industrial maintenance, or 4 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ year in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing; or 4 years' direct maintenance experience.
• RETA Certification, Ammonia Refrigeration, Engine & Boiler systems, and related maintenance skills are preferred.
• Ability to work across shifts including days/evenings/overnights and weekends.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Refrigeration/Boiler Technician and assist maintenance on shift.
• Plan and conduct equipment repairs with safety leadership.
• Conduct routine audits and inspections of equipment.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities and strong communication with operations.
• Be able to respond to unplanned/emergency work requests promptly.

Skills

Safety leadership

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RETA Certification

Ammonia Refrigeration

Engine & Boiler systems

Electricity & motor controls

Controls & instrumentation

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician to support maintenance for a food manufacturing environment in North Carolina. The role requires a RETA background and experience with ammonia refrigeration, engines, and boiler systems.

You will join a safety‑driven team and participate in planned repairs, inspections, and real‑time troubleshooting. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with 1+ year in industrial maintenance, or 4 years of related experience.