Certified Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Location: Iowa (Meat Processing Facility) Employment Type: Full‑time, Hourly (with potential transition to salary)

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $30 per hour

• Overtime: Approx. 10 hours per week

• Future Opportunity: Position may transition to a salary equivalent to hourly earnings

Schedule

• Wednesday – Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Monday & Tuesday off

Position Summary

The Certified Ammonia Refrigeration Technician will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of the facility’s ammonia refrigeration systems. This role supports continuous production operations in a beef processing environment and ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems (including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related equipment)

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance

• Troubleshoot system issues and respond to refrigeration alarms

• Maintain accurate logs, documentation, and regulatory compliance records

• Support PSM (Process Safety Management) and RMP (Risk Management Program) requirements

• Work closely with maintenance, production, and safety teams

• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with OSHA and IIAR standards

Qualifications

• Required:

  • Current Ammonia Refrigeration Certification (e.g., RETA CARO/CIRO or equivalent)

  • Experience working with industrial ammonia systems

  • Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills

  • Ability to work in a cold‑storage or meat‑processing environment

  • Ability to work scheduled shifts including weekends and overtime

• Preferred:

  • Experience in food or meat processing facilities

  • Knowledge of PSM/RMP programs

  • RETA membership or advanced certifications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs

• Ability to work in cold, wet, or noisy environments

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods

Why Join Us

• Stable, long‑term employment in a growing protein production operation

• Competitive hourly pay with consistent overtime

• Opportunity for advancement and transition to salary