Refrigeration Technician II – Ammonia Systems, 2nd Shift

The Swan Food Company; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO up to 2 weeks first year

7 holidays & 2 personal days

401k with company match up to 4%

Disability plans

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Swan Food Company is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician for a full-time role in a food manufacturing environment in Ohio. You will perform inspections, repairs, and overhauls on ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, ensuring proper lubrication, calibration, and safe operation.

Starting pay is $30.00 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential for the 2nd shift (5:00pm–5:00am, Wed–Sat).

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related refrigeration maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of boilers and ammonia compressors.
• Ability to safely use APR/SCBA and Hazmat certification.
• Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and following safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Execute repairs and overhauls on refrigeration equipment; service ammonia systems; calibrate probes and CO2 monitors.
• Install, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, switches, and safety controls; manage parts inventory and records.
• Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction.
• Comply with safety protocols including LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection; Hazmat training.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Ammonia system knowledge

Electrical & mechanical maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year trade degree preferred

Job description

The Swan Food Company is seeking a skilled refrigeration maintenance technician for a full-time role in a food manufacturing environment in Ohio. You will perform inspections, repairs, and overhauls on ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment, ensuring proper lubrication, calibration, and safe operation.

Starting pay is $30.00 per hour with a $1.50 shift differential for the 2nd shift (5:00pm–5:00am, Wed–Sat).