Refrigeration Mechanic-II 2nd shift

The Swan Food Company; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO up to 2 weeks first year

7 holidays & 2 personal days

401k with company match up to 4%

Disability plans

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Swan Food Company is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician for a full-time role in a food manufacturing environment in Ohio. You will perform inspections, repairs, and overhauls on ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, ensuring proper lubrication, calibration, and safe operation.

Starting pay is $30.00 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential for the 2nd shift (5:00pm–5:00am, Wed–Sat).

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related refrigeration maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to safely use APR/SCBA and Hazmat certification.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and following safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Execute repairs and overhauls on refrigeration equipment; service ammonia systems; calibrate probes and CO2 monitors.
• Install, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, switches, and safety controls; manage parts inventory and records.
• Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction.
• Comply with safety protocols including LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection; Hazmat training.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Ammonia system knowledge

Electrical & mechanical maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year trade degree preferred

Job description

Starting Pay: $30.00 per hour. Additional $1.50 shift differential from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. Shift: 2nd. Hours: 5:00pm - 5:00am Wed‑Sat.

What We Offer:

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full‑time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do

• Perform thorough daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems, including air conditioners, compressors, evaporators, and boilers, ensuring proper lubrication, coolant levels, airflow, and defrost cycles.
• Execute complex repairs and complete overhauls on refrigeration equipment; isolate and service ammonia systems, replace valves and pumps, reset compressors, and calibrate temperature probes and CO2 monitors.
• Install, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses across refrigeration areas, while managing refrigeration parts inventory and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction for plant buildings and stationary machinery.
• Comply with all facility safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, and Fall Protection; participate in Hazmat training and team activities to ensure a safe work environment.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in a specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 2+ years of related refrigeration maintenance experience, including knowledge of boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to safely use air-purifying respirators (APR), Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and obtain Hazmat certification.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; ability to obtain necessary licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications. (CARO is a big plus!)
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and committed to following all company, local, state, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. CJ Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].