Night Shift Refrigeration Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

PTO + holidays + personal days

Benefit package: health, dental,Vision

Immediately vesting 401k with company

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a maintenance technician for the night shift to perform refrigeration system inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance across our food manufacturing plant in Sioux Falls. You will work on ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and related equipment, ensuring safe, compliant operation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (trade degree preferred) and 0–1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; a two-year degree in maintenance trades preferred.
• 0–1 year of related experience, ideally in an ammonia refrigeration environment.
• Knowledge of refrigeration maintenance, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Qualified for HAZMAT certification and boiler license eligibility.
• Adhere to safety policies and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment (air conditioners, compressors, evaporators, freon units).
• Repair and overhaul ammonia refrigeration systems, replacing motors, pumps, switches, and controls.
• Maintain boilers, evaporators, condensers, ensuring water treatment and proper airflow.
• Assist with equipment setup/teardown, fabrication, and installation of new plant machinery.
• Follow safety protocols including LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection; Hazmat training.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Electrical

HVAC systems

Safety procedures

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year trade degree preferred

Job description

CJ Schwan's is seeking a maintenance technician for the night shift to perform refrigeration system inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance across our food manufacturing plant in Sioux Falls. You will work on ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and related equipment, ensuring safe, compliant operation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (trade degree preferred) and 0–1 year of related experience.