Refrigeration & Boiler Technician - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Starting Pay -$30.16-$42.

$1.00/hr Shift Differential

Education benefit available to full &

Comprehensive Health Insurance, 401(k)

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is hiring a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician in Wisconsin. The role supports plant maintenance across shifts, emphasizing safety, reliability, and teamwork to keep equipment running smoothly.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED with trades training, RETA certification, and 2+ years in industrial maintenance, including ammonia refrigeration and boiler systems. Willingness to work all shifts is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with formal trades training or equivalent maintenance experience.
• Two years of industrial maintenance experience with knowledge in three or more relevant areas.
• RETA Certification is preferred.
• Ammonia refrigeration, engine and boiler systems, controls and instrumentation, PLCs, pneumatics and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high pressure boiler systems and plant equipment.
• Plan and conduct equipment repairs as part of a team.
• Perform routine audits and inspections of machinery.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities and safety leadership.
• Communicate openly with operations and respond to unplanned work or emergencies.
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Safety leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trades training program

RETA Certification

Job description

Smithfield Foods is hiring a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician in Wisconsin. The role supports plant maintenance across shifts, emphasizing safety, reliability, and teamwork to keep equipment running smoothly.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED with trades training, RETA certification, and 2+ years in industrial maintenance, including ammonia refrigeration and boiler systems. Willingness to work all shifts is required.