Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Apply Now

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician Versailles, Ohio
Job Ref: 40974

LARGE MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN  VERSAILLES OH IS LOOKING FOR A 3RD SHIFT AMMONIA REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN .

SHIFTS:

3RD SHIFT 11PM-7AM

$35-$42 HOURLY

BENEFITS KICK IN AFTER 90 DAYS
 

Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia) – 3rd Shift

? Location: Versailles, OH
? Shift: 3rd Shift – 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
? Schedule: Extended hours Monday–Saturday; daily overtime required as needed (24/7 operation)
? Pay Rate: $35–$42 per hour (based on experience)
? Relocation Assistance: Available up to $2,500

Position Summary

As a Refrigeration Technician, you will perform skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work on industrial ammonia refrigeration systems in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is critical to maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant refrigeration operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on ammonia industrial refrigeration systems and all related components.

• Use required tools and equipment to complete skilled-level refrigeration maintenance work.

• Record daily operational data for refrigeration equipment.

• Conduct visual inspections of freezer and cooler evaporators and document issues such as fan performance, ice buildup, and condensate drain conditions.

• Adjust compressor pressures and temperatures as required for optimal system performance.

• Monitor ammonia levels in accumulators and high-pressure vessels.

• Properly follow and apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Maintain compliance with all safety, food quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Ammonia Refrigeration Certification required.

• Minimum of 1 year of industrial maintenance experience.

• Welding experience required.

• Experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and reading blueprints and technical drawings.

• Ability to work in varying environments including hot, cold, wet, humid, slippery conditions, and at elevated heights around moving equipment.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

• Willingness and ability to work extended hours, overtime, and variable schedules based on production needs.

• Ability to successfully complete required training, including:

• Safety

• SQF (Safe Quality Food)

• GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)

• HACCP

• SOPs

• Food Defense

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior refrigeration or maintenance experience in a USDA-inspected beef, pork, or poultry facility.

• Consistent work history within the last 12 months.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Strong commitment to safety, PPE use, and adherence to safety protocols.

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Ability to follow food safety, quality, and SQF standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Solid analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to multitask, work independently with minimal supervision, and collaborate effectively within a team.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Must provide own basic tools.

Apply Now