Refrigeration Tech II

Schwan's Company; North East (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,931 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401k with company match

Disability insurance

Weekly Friday pay

Job summary

Schwan's Company in the United States is seeking an experienced maintenance technician focused on ammonia refrigeration systems. The role requires inspections, repairs, and overhauls of refrigeration equipment, ensuring safe operation and compliance with safety protocols.

The position offers a 2nd shift from 3pm to 11pm, with a $0.80 shift differential and weekends as needed. Starting pay is $26.89 per hour plus benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with company match,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in a specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 2+ years of refrigeration maintenance experience, including boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to safely use APR, SCBA, and obtain Hazmat certification.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; ability to obtain licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications (CARO a big plus).
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and following all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems, 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 parts inventory and records.
• Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction for plant buildings and machinery.
• Comply with all facility safety protocols including LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, and Fall Protection; participate in Hazmat training.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Hazmat awareness

Boiler knowledge

Education

HS diploma or GED

2-year maintenance trade degree (preferred)

Job description

• 3 Health Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans

Starting Pay: $26.89 per hour

Additional $0.80 Shift differential

Shift: 2nd Shift (frequent weekends)

Hours: 3pm-11pm

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• 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

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].