Industrial Refrigeration Technician – Ammonia Systems Expert

Foster Farms; Livingston (CA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to maintain and operate two-stage ammonia systems and related equipment. You will monitor performance, document readings, and perform repairs to keep operations safe and compliant.

The role requires RETA CARO certification, Haz-Mat training, EPA 608 certification, CPR/First Aid, and lock-out/tag-out proficiency. Lifting up to 50 lbs and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in industrial refrigeration, preferably with two-stage ammonia systems.
• Must interpret refrigeration blueprints and P&IDs, and understand SOPs.
• Requires Haz-Mat, CPR/First Aid, and safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair two-stage ammonia and related refrigeration systems.
• Monitor readings, document operations, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure quality, food safety, and USDA compliance; perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Two-stage ammonia

Troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma

RETA CARO certification

Haz-Mat 40-hour training

EPA 608 Certification (Type II/III or Universal)

Tools

RETA CARO

EPA 608 Certification

Lock-out tag-out procedures

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Foster Farms is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to maintain and operate two-stage ammonia systems and related equipment. You will monitor performance, document readings, and perform repairs to keep operations safe and compliant.

The role requires RETA CARO certification, Haz-Mat training, EPA 608 certification, CPR/First Aid, and lock-out/tag-out proficiency. Lifting up to 50 lbs and overtime may be required.