Refrigeration Technician B Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods; Nebraska; On-site; USD 84,959,347 - 115,189,401; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Waverly Plant, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician B on the night shift to operate ammonia refrigeration and chlorine systems with minimal supervision. You will maintain and repair refrigeration equipment, monitor ammonia systems, and ensure safe operation in a high-demand poultry processing environment.

The role requires 2+ years of ammonia refrigeration experience, strong electrical and mechanical skills, and the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Ammonia Refrigeration systems.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools.
• Strong mechanical background required.
• Electrical experience required.
• Able to operate safely around moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Installation and set-up of equipment as needed.
• Monitor and make necessary adjustments to refrigeration system and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment completing required documentation.
• Provide pass-down to following shift Technician.
• Assists experienced Technicians in troubleshooting of equipment and system, assisting with necessary repairs.
• Completes shift log book and other required paperwork.
• Assist within department as needed inclusive of assisting with waste-water duties.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Computer skills

Hand tools

Mechanical background

Electrical experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Refrigeration Technician B Shift Waverly NEApplylocations: Waverly Plant - Waverly, Nebraskatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 31, 2026 (30 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0476519**Job Details:**Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.**Pay Range:** * $24.65 -35.20 (pay based on experience) + $2 attendance bonus + $3 shift differential**Hours:** * Rotating 12 hr shift Schedules 3-2-3* B Shift: 5:30 pm – 5:30 am or upon completion of assigned work**SUMMARY**: This position is responsible for running the ammonia refrigeration and chlorine systems with minimal supervision. Refrigeration Technicians perform maintenance and repairs on the machines and equipment related to boilers and refrigeration and constantly monitor the status of the ammonia system in accordance with Process Safety Management.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Installation and set-up of equipment as needed* Monitor and make necessary adjustments to refrigeration system and related equipment* Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment completing required documentation* Provide pass-down to following shift Technician* Assists experienced Technicians in troubleshooting of equipment and system, assisting with necessary repairs* Completes shift log book and other required paperwork* Assist within department as needed inclusive of assisting with waste-water duties.* Other duties as assigned**QUALIFICATIONS:** * Understanding of Ammonia Refrigeration systems* Proficient computer skills* Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools* Strong mechanical background required* Able to identify industry standard parts* Electrical experience required* Able to operate safely and effectively working with and around moving machinery* Ability to work around blood at times, indoors, exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity* Willingness to work overtime as required**Education and/or Experience:** * Prefer minimum of 2 years’ experience in ammonia refrigeration* Formal training program completion or certification can be used in place of experience requirement* Training in electrical principals and troubleshooting preferred**Communication Skills:** * Must be able to communicate effectively.**Other Skills:** * Computer skills. General knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge or training preferred.**Physical Requirements / Environment:** * Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day)* Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)* Grasp: Frequently (3-4 hours a day)* Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull* Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**B Shift (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. 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