Refrigeration Technician: Plant Maintenance & Uptime

Butterball, LLC; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, LLC in Raeford, NC is seeking an IMT to support operating, monitoring, and preventive maintenance of refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, and ice equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, read blueprints, and train others, with safety and food safety compliance, in a high-noise food processing plant.

This role requires 2 years maintenance experience, HS diploma, and a certificate in Industrial Maintenance; strong communication and ability

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or similar area preferred.
• 2 years of experience in at least one maintenance discipline.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain refrigeration systems, including compressors and condensers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs as scheduled.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment using diagnostic skills.
• Start up equipment during pre-shift checks (ice makers, chillers).
• Train other IMTs in preventive maintenance tasks.
• Read and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and work orders.
• Suggest process improvements to improve uptime and reliability.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and time tracking.

Skills

Communication

Reading instructions

Measurement accuracy

Independent decision-making

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance certificate

Tools

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Mill/Lathe work

Plumbing

Job description

Butterball, LLC in Raeford, NC is seeking an IMT to support operating, monitoring, and preventive maintenance of refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, and ice equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, read blueprints, and train others, with safety and food safety compliance, in a high-noise food processing plant.

This role requires 2 years maintenance experience, HS diploma, and a certificate in Industrial Maintenance; strong communication and ability