Refrigeration Technician

Job description

We are offering a sign-on bonus of up to $5000 for all new hires for our Maintenance Roles

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That’s where you come in. We are hiring immediately for Refrigeration Technicians to help keep our plant running

Setting the table for your success:

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION

Benefits include medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; paid holidays; paid vacation upon hire; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more

This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. As a Refrigeration Technician, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Refrigeration 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 Refrigeration Technicians. Come be part of our Team.

Pay is determined by experience and is paid weekly

We have both Day and Night shift available

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide maintenance support with moderate supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team.

• Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.

• Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.

• Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

• Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.

• Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.

• Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.

Requirements:

• Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education (e.g., possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience.

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Refrigeration Technician or similar role.

• In-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems, components, and controls, including experience with ammonia refrigeration systems.

  • Applicants will be considered for Associate Refrigeration Technicians, General Refrigeration Technicians, and Sr Refrigeration Technicians level openings.

  • Leveling is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.

Special Skills:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.

• Ability to stand on a 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.

• Frequent overhead work.

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

• Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.