Boiler Refrigeration Technician - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods•Junction City, KS

1d•$25 - $34

About The Position

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting Pay - $25.10/hr-33.50/hr Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. SUMMARY: The Boiler Refrigeration Technician is responsibile for maintaining and troubleshooting the steam, air, water, drainage, and refrigeration systems. In addition to these skills, this individual will be responsible for safe and compliant operation of refrigeration, ammonia, HVAC and engine room processes. The employee would as function as a member of the HAZMAT/Process Safety Management Team. The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
Ability to work with or without supervision.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Effectively utilize measuring equipment
Capable of meeting the physical requirements of HAZMAT Technician.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electrical and plumbing a plus
Prior experience reading schematics and hydraulic drawings, (Preferred)
May be required to work long hours and weekends
Ammonia operator I, II, III, RETA, PSM, Boiler I, II and license (Any preferred)

Responsibilities

Operate boiler system, ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors and wastewater treatment system
Follow written and verbal procedures to comply with company and governmental regulations
Work as a member of a round-the-clock team utilizing written, verbal and email communication
Read, record, and interpret data from gauges, computer programs and measurement equipment
Enter and retrieve information from a computer system; Microsoft Word/Excel, SAP, and Internet
Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on all associated systems.
Perform basic mechanical repairs on all associated systems, (i.e., fans, pumps, valves, and motors)
Effectively troubleshoot the systems both mechanically and electrically. Utilize schematics to aid in troubleshooting.
Follow PPE requirements to work with hazardous chemicals, (i.e., acids, bases, anhydrous ammonia)
Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
Perform water testing for boiler and refrigeration system
Maintain and clean equipment and area
Provide feedback to help improve systems

Benefits

Competitive Starting Pay - $25.10/hr-33.50/hr
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
opportunities for career growth
professional development
tuition assistance
robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.
partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.