St Joseph General Refrigeration Technician - 3rd shift

AgHires; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 94,501,000 - 104,386,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking Maintenance and Refrigeration Technicians to support ammonia refrigeration and related systems. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs to keep production running safely. The position requires 3+ years in industrial ammonia refrigeration and RETA certification readiness.

Work is on 3rd shift in a fast-paced environment with benefits including paid time off and health, life, dental, and vision coverage. Relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience
• Industrial maintenance education preferred; diploma or currently enrolled in technical school
• Certification as RETA Operator 1 required; RETA Operator 2 and 3 preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support for ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pump, pressure, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Ammonia Refrigeration

Electrical Troubleshooting

CMMS

Safety & Compliance

Education

Industrial maintenance diploma / tech school

Tools

RET A Operator 1

RET A Operator 2/3

CMMS

Job description

Job Details:

Pay range is RF01 $32.98 to RF04 $36.43, depending on experience. There is a $0.85 shift differential

Job Purpose/Summary:

With global sales of over $40 billion, Tyson Foods is one of the world's largest food companies. Its portfolio includes $1 billion brands such as Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, and Hillshire Farm®, and leading brands such as Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells® and State Fair®. We are ardent in our purpose to "Raise the world's expectations for how much good food can do". Our focus on people and innovation, makes Tyson Foods a fulfilling place to work.

Our organization is searching for Maintenance and Refrigeration Technicians who can take us to the next level. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our Facilities and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Technicians are vital to maintaining our Team Member's safety through problem solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Technicians. Come be part of our Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

With minor supervision provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration systems, HCFC systems, hot water, compressed air, and steam systems. Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing robust preventative maintenance and refrigeration repairs, performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pump, pressure, and hydraulic plant equipment. Understanding boiler theory, RETA Operator I, and IIAR Basic NH3 Refrigeration schematics will be required for this role. Must be able to pass a HAZ-Mat physical and pass the training to be certified as an Emergency Responder Technician Level and participate on the Emergency Response Team. Also responsible for minimizing downtime due to equipment and system failure.

Requirements:

• Experience: 3(+) years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience or equivalent nce required
• Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience; Certification and experience as RETA Operator 1 required;
• Certification as RETA Operator 2 and 3 preferred
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily level
• Special Skills: Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend and stoop
• Repetitive gripping, pushing and pulling

Temperatures inside plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may be also be needed

Basic math skills; percentages, fractions and measurements

Knowledge of Industrial Maintenance including Pneumatics, PLC's, Motor controls, and shop equipment operation desired

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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