Industrial Refrigeration Technician – Ammonia & HVAC

Tyson Foods; Sanford (NC); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Sanford, NC is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance technician to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems and HVAC equipment. The role requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and installation tasks across production and non-production areas.

The incumbent will document work in SAP, perform welding as needed, and maintain safety certifications including lock out/tag out, confined space, fall protection, forklift, and respirator

Qualifications

• 3 years of refrigeration experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Lock out/tag out certified.
• Confined space certified.
• Fall protection certified.
• Forklift certified.
• HAZMAT team member and Respirator Level 4 certification.
• Level 1 Operator training within required time frame.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems safely.
• Provide mechanical support including troubleshooting (electrical), repairs, and installation.
• Complete work orders and document in the SAP maintenance system.
• Weld and fabricate as needed to support equipment modification.
• Monitor and repair air compressors, water systems, and HVAC components.
• Assist with safety certifications and basic maintenance training.

Skills

Refrigeration

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repairs

Welding & fabrication

Tools

SAP maintenance

Job description

Tyson Foods in Sanford, NC is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance technician to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems and HVAC equipment. The role requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and installation tasks across production and non-production areas.

The incumbent will document work in SAP, perform welding as needed, and maintain safety certifications including lock out/tag out, confined space, fall protection, forklift, and respirator