Refrigeration Technician - Nights (6pm-630am)

LINCOLN PREMIUM POULTRY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Refrigeration Technician DATE: 8/2026

REPORTS TO: Utilities Supervisor STATUS: Non-Exempt

CORE VALUE COMMITMENT: All employees will demonstrate our culture of commitment to quality, respect for fellow employees and business partners, and responsibility to the environment and our community.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the maintenance, repair, construction and modification of all refrigeration and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment with special emphasis on ammonia refrigeration and compressors and boilers.

DAILY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair manufacturing and ammonia refrigeration equipment or systems.

1. Perform daily rounds/checks of ammonia system.

1. Perform necessary preventative maintenance on all equipment, up to and including, rebuilding compressors and boilers as needed, and record necessary information pertaining to maintenance.

1. Learn, follow, and be engaged in Process Safety Management (PSM).

1. Utilize all manner of hand and power tools to diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

1. Review work orders to ensure accuracy and maintain documentation of work performed.

1. Assist with installation of new equipment or modify existing equipment as required.

1. Provide training to peers as requested or needed by refrigeration lead, supervisor, or training department.

1. Make suggestions for correctible measures when downtime results from mechanical or technical defects.

1. Attend maintenance meetings and trainings as required.

1. Identify opportunities for improvement and give feedback to supervisor about cost reduction, quality improvement and yield control.

1. Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

1. MUST have a minimum of 6 months industrial maintenance experience.

1. MUST be comfortable and experienced utilizing hand and power tools of all varieties.

1. MUST have knowledge of NH3 refrigeration principles and understanding of plant refrigeration systems, electric and mechanical procedures.

1. MUST be able to pass a respiratory fit test and participate in?the?HAZMAT team.

1. MUST have basic knowledge and safety understanding of electrical components.

1. MUST have knowledge of basic math, including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and calculating percentages.

1. Skill in using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

1. Ability to work in a refrigerated environment ranging from 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit.

1. Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner with all plant employees, as well as third party vendors and contractors.

1. Ability to operate a forklift, scissors lift, or any other powered equipment or machinery as needed.

1. Ability to consistently practice and enforce safe working habits.

1. Ability to recognize safety risks and comply with all safety standards.

1. Ability to work with a group of technicians or autonomously with limited supervision.

1. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

1. MUST be able to pass required physical including demonstrating your ability to lift the required weight for each position.

1. MUST be able to stand and/or walk for entire 8-hour shift.

1. MUST wear correct job specific PPE as designated by company policy.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

1. Associate’s degree or higher in Refrigeration, HVAC, Electrical, Welding or similar fields preferred.

1. Certification or licenses in Refrigeration Operator 1 & 2, CARO, CIRO, or RETA is highly preferred.

Note: The above information is only a reflection of the general nature of job duties. Based on business need, additional duties may be assigned.