Refrigeration Technician - 2nd Shift

John Soules Foods; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

John Soules Foods in Gainesville, GA is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair the plant's ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, ensuring food safety and continuous production.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of industrial refrigeration, experience with preventive maintenance, and the ability to respond to emergencies. You will work with maintenance staff to keep systems in compliant and safe condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience.
• RETA Operator Certification required.
• Strong knowledge of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment and controls.
• Knowledge of applicable refrigeration safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively during emergencies.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call schedules as needed.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation required.
• Ability to pass pulmonary breathing/respirator fit testing requirements.
• Technical school training in refrigeration, HVAC, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Experience with industrial boilers and boiler controls preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing or industrial processing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of PSM and RMP requirements preferred.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves, motors, and refrigeration controls.
• Monitor refrigeration system pressures, temperatures, oil levels, and operating conditions to ensure safe and efficient performance.
• Diagnose refrigeration system malfunctions and perform corrective repairs in a timely manner.
• Maintain and repair refrigeration system components including compressors, condensers, evaporators, piping systems, controls, and associated equipment.
• Monitor and maintain boiler controls and operations as needed.
• Perform daily rounds and inspections of refrigeration equipment and machinery rooms.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Emergency response

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical refrigeration training

Tools

RETA Certification

Job description

John Soules Foods in Gainesville, GA is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair the plant's ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, ensuring food safety and continuous production.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of industrial refrigeration, experience with preventive maintenance, and the ability to respond to emergencies. You will work with maintenance staff to keep systems in compliant and safe condition.