Refrigeration Technician - 2nd Shift Liberty

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC is looking for an experienced refrigeration technician dedicated to maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration systems in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of industrial refrigeration experience and must be able to pass the fitness test.

The position requires effective communication skills and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Candidates should be flexible and willing to work in varying conditions. Join us as we empower family farms and advocate for sustainable farming practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industrial refrigeration experience.
• Must successfully complete Ammonia Technician Operator Level 1 and 2.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational logs as required.
• Repair or replace defective parts as needed.
• Perform PMs and repairs on refrigeration equipment.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration experience

Ability to lead and train others

Excellent communication

Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems

Basic understanding of Lean Principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Volt-Ohm-Meter

Refrigeration equipment

Job description

Farmer Focus promotes and protects generational family farms by shifting farm‑level decision‑making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of the refrigeration cycle, refrigeration, controls, and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration equipment, such as compressors, ammonia pumps, evaporative condensers, etc.
• Maintains all operational logs as required.
• Must be qualified to receive or transfer ammonia in all plant systems.
• Must be qualified to do routine maintenance on ammonia compressors, air compressors, ammonia liquid pumps, ammonia system controls, air system controls, air system drying equipment and refrigeration system condensers.
• Maintains an awareness of equipment operation, especially excessive heat, vibration, and noise, reporting malfunctions, hazards, or wear to the Refrigeration Manager.
• Ability to repair or replace defective parts as needed.
• Successfully performs all routine tasks and applies skills and experience to solve non‑routine mechanical and process issues.
• Demonstrate understanding and adhere to all work safety policies, procedures, and PSM/RMP requirements.
• Perform PMs and repairs on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves, and other machinery included in the ammonia refrigeration equipment.
• Accurately completes requisition forms as needed to order parts and supplies to keep systems in good general repair.
• Responsible for checking voltage, fuses and resistance with the use of a Volt‑Ohm‑Meter (VOM).
• Competently uses and understands technical documents, including but not limited to Maintenance Manuals, Schematics, Procedures, Repair Documents, etc.
• Maintains a neat and orderly workstation / Shop Area as needed.
• Other duties, as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years industrial refrigeration experience.
• Ability to lead and train other refrigeration technicians.
• Good engineering practices and recognized industry standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to update and maintain control system P&ID’s, SOP’s, and PM work orders.
• Proven knowledge of refrigeration, high‑pressure steam boilers, HVAC, controls, and fundamentals of PSM/RMP.
• Must successfully complete Ammonia Technician Operator Level 1 and 2; RETA CIRO and RETA CARO certifications highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems is required.
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment where priorities change quickly.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends.
• Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Initiative to proactively resolve issues independently when discovered.

Work Requirements

• Must have fine hand and finger dexterity.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and platforms.
• Willing to participate on PSM/safety committee.
• Must comply with all safety rules and instructions, participate in company training programs, and make every effort to learn, develop, and upgrade skills required.
• Must be able to pass the fitness test.
• Must be able to wear a full‑face respirator.
• Must be clean shaven. No more than 24 hours of facial hair growth.
• Must be willing to be part of our Hazmat team.

Working Environment

Work conducted primarily in a manufacturing/production environment. Must be able to tolerate the varying heat, wet and chill of the plant. Hearing and eye protective equipment required in the production area. Required to wear hair and beard nets in the production area.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Farmer Focus is committed to the principles of equal employment and to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is inclusive and equitable, free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based upon an individual's age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Farmer Focus is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, rates of pay and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We operate from our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. We plan our work schedules to avoid most Saturday work. We do not run production on Sundays. Join us in our mission to protect generational family farms.