Refrigeration Technician - Night Shift

Pilgrim's; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Refrigeration Technician position in Canton, GA offers hands-on work maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration systems. The role requires experience with compressors, gauges, and preventive maintenance, along with training operators and following strict safety protocols.

The job emphasizes hands-on technical skills, adherence to process safety, and the ability to work a swing shift while supporting a leading global food company with strong commitment to safety and employee

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years in ammonia or Freon refrigeration preferred.
• Familiar with refrigerant expansion and pressure–temperature relationships.
• Ability to direct and train operators.
• Willing to be a Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Team Member.
• Willing to obtain CARO and/or CIRO certifications.
• Ability to read and use dial gauges, micrometers, and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work around carbon dioxide vapors and chlorine exposure.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, rebuild, and adjust ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Analyze, calibrate, replace, repair, and rebuild equipment and machinery per procedures.
• Maintain all required personal tools and demonstrate safe use of hand tools and shop equipment.
• Supply personal hand tools to operate systems and perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
• Participate as a member of the PSM Team and maintain respirator fit testing requirements.
• Perform routine rounds and inspections across the ammonia refrigeration system.
• Safely isolate and pump down sections of refrigeration systems.
• Perform line opening procedures per safety protocols.
• Receive and transfer ammonia within plant systems as qualified.
• Perform routine maintenance on ammonia compressors and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls on refrigeration and ammonia systems.
• Maintain engine rooms and related areas in a clean, organized condition.
• Work a swing shift schedule as required.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Electrical controls troubleshooting

Read gauges & measurement tools

Safety and PPE compliance

Train operators

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dial gauges

Micrometers

Industrial shop tools

Job description

Refrigeration Technician

Core Values

Availability • Determination • Discipline • Humility • Ownership • Simplicity • Sincerity

Company Commitment

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is a Condition. The safety of our team members is our top priority and is a fundamental requirement of every position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-4 years of experience in ammonia or Freon refrigeration, boiler operations, and/or compressed air systems preferred.
• Clear understanding of refrigerant expansion and pressure-temperature relationships.
• Ability to direct and train operators.
• Working knowledge of departmental computer systems and PCs.
• Must be willing and able to serve as a Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Team Member.
• Must pass CARO and/or CIRO operator certifications, or be willing to obtain certification.
• Ability to read and use dial gauges, micrometers, and precision measuring instruments for alignment of motors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Ability to work in environments with occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors (up to 10 ppm) and chlorine (less than 20 ppm).
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, rebuild, and adjust ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Analyze, calibrate, replace, repair, and rebuild equipment and machinery in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain all required personal tools and demonstrate the ability to safely use hand tools and industrial shop equipment.
• Supply personal hand tools necessary to operate systems, perform preventive maintenance inspections, and complete repairs.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate as a member of the Process Safety Management (PSM) Team and maintain respirator fit testing requirements.
• Perform routine rounds and inspections throughout the shift across the entire ammonia refrigeration system.
• Safely isolate and pump down any section of refrigeration systems.
• Perform line opening procedures in accordance with safety protocols.
• Receive and transfer ammonia within plant systems as qualified.
• Perform routine maintenance on ammonia compressors and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls on refrigeration and ammonia systems.
• Maintain engine rooms, compressor rooms, and roof areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Work a swing shift schedule as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and company-observed holidays.
• 401(k) with company match after one year of employment, subject to the company's vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities through the Better Futures Program, including tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us:

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision:

Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

Unsolicited Assistance:

Pilgrim's does not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by Pilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral.