Night Refrigeration Mechanic - Ammonia Systems, Top Benefits

Schwan's Company; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Paid time off (2 weeks first year)

7 paid holidays

2 personal days

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401k with up to 4% match

Disability plans

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Caregiving support

Job summary

Schwan's Company in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Night Shift Refrigeration Maintenance Technician. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, a night differential, and opportunities to advance in a food manufacturing environment.

You will perform inspections, repairs, and setup of plant refrigeration and boilers, with emphasis on safety protocols and HazMat training. The position requires a high school diploma and 0-1 year related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of related experience, ideally in an ammonia refrigeration environment.
• Knowledge of general refrigeration maintenance, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing, along with refrigeration maintenance boilers and ammonia compressors, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Qualify for HAZMAT certification and be able to obtain a boiler license.
• Ability to comply with all general safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company, Local, State, and Federal OSHA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment including air conditioners, compressors, evaporators, and freon units to ensure optimal operation and compliance with safety standards.
• Perform repairs and overhauls on ammonia refrigeration systems, including replacing motors, pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses across plant refrigeration areas.
• Maintain and monitor boilers, evaporators, and condensers, ensuring proper water treatment, airflow, and functioning of fans and glycol pumps.
• Assist with equipment setup/teardown, fabrication, and installation of new plant machinery, supporting major repairs and construction projects as needed.
• Adhere strictly to facility safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, and participate in Hazmat training and team activities.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Electrical & HVAC

Safety compliance

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Education

High School diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred

Job description

Schwan's Company in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Night Shift Refrigeration Maintenance Technician. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, a night differential, and opportunities to advance in a food manufacturing environment.

You will perform inspections, repairs, and setup of plant refrigeration and boilers, with emphasis on safety protocols and HazMat training. The position requires a high school diploma and 0-1 year related experience.