Refrigeration Technician I - Ammonia & Equipment Repair

Simmons Pet Food; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Van Buren, AR to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance of refrigeration and related process equipment. You will troubleshoot with engineers and vendors, perform project layout work, and support safety and LEAN programs within the facility.

The role requires expertise in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair, hydraulics, and completion of Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair.
• Hydraulics knowledge is required.
• Strong English written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects and operates refrigeration equipment to meet production needs.
• Consults with engineers and vendors on projects and troubleshooting.
• Performs layout work for projects as needed.
• Able to troubleshoot equipment effectively.

Skills

Electrical repair

Electronic repair

PLC repair

Mechanical repair

Hydraulics

English proficiency

Communication skills

Decision quality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Refrigeration Operator I

Refrigeration Operator II

PSM training

Tools

Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class

Job description

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Van Buren, AR to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance of refrigeration and related process equipment. You will troubleshoot with engineers and vendors, perform project layout work, and support safety and LEAN programs within the facility.

The role requires expertise in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair, hydraulics, and completion of Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I.