Refrigeration Technician

IK Hofmann; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Prescription Drug Discounts

Short-Term Disability, Accident, Life

401k/Roth

PTO (Vacation, Sick)

Paid Holidays

Referral Program

Job summary

IK Hofmann in Columbus, OH is seeking a Maintenance Refrigeration Technician to operate, maintain, and repair ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems for food production and storage. The role requires hands-on maintenance, data logging, and adherence to GMP standards.

The position involves preventive maintenance, parts ordering, and teamwork with training responsibilities as needed. Direct hire for day shift in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years industrial ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience.
• Experience with nitrogen freezers and related equipment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical refrigeration training.
• Ammonia Operator Level I certification required; Level II preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems for food production and storage.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Keep logs and analyze data for maintenance planning; inspect equipment with gauges and manuals.
• Order parts and maintain work areas according to GMP and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and assist in training as needed.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration maintenance

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical refrigeration training

Ammonia Operator Level I certification

Ammonia Operator Level II certification preferred

Tools

Nitrogen freezer equipment

Job description

Maintenance Refrigeration Technician

Columbus, OH
(Direct Hire)

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems, freezers, air conditioning, and chilled water systems for food production and storage.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Keep logs, analyze data for maintenance planning, and inspect equipment using gauges and manuals.
• Order parts and maintain work areas according to GMP and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and assist in training as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years industrial ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience required.
• Experience with nitrogen freezers and related equipment preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in refrigeration systems.
• Ammonia Operator Level I certification required; Level II preferred.

Essential Functions

• Remain stationary and position self to access equipment in tight spaces.
• Move, transport, and install equipment and parts up to 50 pounds.
• Detect and assess equipment conditions, communicate and exchange accurate information.

Schedule

• 1st Shift
• Full-time

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Discounts
• Short-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, & Life Insurance
• 401k/Roth
• PTO (Vacation, Sick)
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Program

Background Check and Drug Screening

To the extent permitted by law, passing consumer (drug screening and/or background check) report inquiries may be necessary for employment purposes.

About Us

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes. Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company without sponsorship. Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company without sponsorship.