Lead Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Wayne Farms LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Refrigeration Technician-Lead at the North Carolina St. Pauls Plant to maintain, operate and repair ammonia refrigeration equipment. You will lead the compressor room, follow diagrams, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliable operation.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration levels 1–4, and 3+ years’ ammonia refrigeration experience, with availability for nights, weekends and extended shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration tests Level 1–4 certifications.
• Minimum 3 years’ ammonia refrigeration experience.
• Strong math and computer skills for readings and diagnostics.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage the daily operations of the ammonia refrigeration compressor room.
• Record system readings and diagnose variances; follow blueprints.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment.
• Identify root causes and correct or notify supervision as needed.
• Train entry level personnel and ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration systems

Electrical & mechanical knowledge

Mathematical and computer skills

Unsupervised work capability

Leadership / training others

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration Level 1-3 certified

NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration Level 4 required

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Refrigeration Technician-Lead at the North Carolina St. Pauls Plant to maintain, operate and repair ammonia refrigeration equipment. You will lead the compressor room, follow diagrams, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliable operation.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration levels 1–4, and 3+ years’ ammonia refrigeration experience, with availability for nights, weekends and extended shifts.