Refrigeration Technician: Growth, Relocation, Shifts

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lump Sum payments

Relocation assistance

Lease Termination Assistance

Moving of goods and vehicles

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for its North Carolina operations. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and timely repairs across equipment, with RETA certification preferred.

You will work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as needed. The position offers competitive pay ($24.05–$32.30/hr) plus comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance for skilled trades roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance environment.
• 4 years’ direct experience in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance.
• Experience in RETA Certification and ammonia refrigeration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Have or be able to attain RETA certification
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations
• Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently

Skills

RETA certification

Safety leadership

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

4 years’ direct maintenance experience

Tools

Ammonia Refrigeration

Engine & Boiler systems

Electricity & motor controls

Controls & instrumentation PLC

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Mechanical systems

Maintenance Planning

Site utilities

System analysis & troubleshooting

Pipefitting & welding

Machining

Metal fabrication

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for its North Carolina operations. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and timely repairs across equipment, with RETA certification preferred.

You will work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as needed. The position offers competitive pay ($24.05–$32.30/hr) plus comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance for skilled trades roles.