Refrigeration Tech I SS

Simmons Foods; Siloam Springs (AR); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Simmons Foods is hiring for a Maintenance Technician in our refrigeration and process-equipment area. You will assist in the repair, calibration and preventive maintenance of refrigeration systems and related process equipment at our facility.

The role requires hands-on electrical, electronic and mechanical repair skills and the ability to troubleshoot systems in a food-processing environment. Candidates should have vocational training in relevant repairs and experience with hydraulics.

Formación

• Experience or vocational training in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair.
• Hydraulics knowledge is preferred for maintenance of refrigeration equipment.
• Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Repairs, replaces, corrects and operates refrigeration equipment to meet production needs.
• Consults with engineers and vendors; performs layout work for projects and trouble-shoots equipment.
• Adheres to Simmons PSM programs and safety regulations; may qualify as a HAZMAT team member.
• Collaborates with team to implement best practices and supports budget and policy changes.
• Engages in ongoing development and communication of team concepts and objectives.

Conocimientos

Electrical repair

Electronic repair

PLC

Mechanical repair

Hydraulics

Educación

Vocational training in electrical/electronic/mechanical repair

Descripción del empleo

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• Posted on October 29, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• On-site
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REFRI049615

Description

Assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures and the operation of the facility Refrigeration equipment where employed. Could include other process equipment assigned to the department.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs, replaces, corrects and operates the refrigeration equipment as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.

Consults with engineers and vendors as needed. Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed. Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.

Meets safety requirements in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons PSM programs or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items. Must be able to qualify as a member of plant HAZMAT team.

Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer.Visually verifies information, often in small print. Must be able to manually lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift.Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels.

Travel: NA

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Will use appropriate footwear, hearing protection and other protective equipment as needed or required. All PPE equipment required by HAZMAT team.

Technical Experience: Must have experience or vocational training in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair, and hydraulics. Must have completed and passed Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class.

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization maintenance and refrigeration.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.

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