Industrial Refrigeration Technician - 1st Shift

Palermo's • West Milwaukee, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Industrial Refrigeration Technician 1st Shift Location: West Milwaukee, WI Type: Full-Time Schedule: 1 st Shift Keep Things Cool. Keep Systems Running. Join our team as an Industrial Refrigeration Technician and help us power one of the fastest-growing frozen pizza manufacturers in the country. Who You’ll Work For… While most companies that sell pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where pizza was born. “Papa Palermo” carried the cherished recipes to America from Sicily! Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high-quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers. Our commitment to quality has made Palermo’s a leader in private label frozen pizza and contract manufacturing! Where You’ll Work… · This position is primarily based out of our West Milwaukee, WI facility on Lincoln Avenue , our newest location featuring modern equipment and expanded production capabilities. · You’ll occasionally support or train at our Canal Street headquarters, which houses our flagship Villa Palermo manufacturing facility, innovation center, and executive offices. When You’ll Work… · This is a 1 st Shift position , typically scheduled from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM . Start times may vary slightly based on production schedules, so flexibility is appreciated. What You’ll Do… As an Industrial Refrigeration Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring critical infrastructure and mechanical systems are running efficiently and safely.

Requirements

• 3+ years of industrial HVAC and ammonia refrigeration experience
• Knowledge of water systems, sprinkler systems, compressed air, and fire alarms
• High School diploma or equivalent (Associate degree or RETA/EPA certifications a plus)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with PSM, OSHA, and GMP standards
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical schematics and perform refrigeration calculations
• Comfort using CMMS and Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, or on-call as needed

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or RETA/EPA certifications a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems in accordance with PSM/RMP/IIAR standards
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, pumps, valves, compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related equipment
• Monitor and maintain hot water, sprinkler, fire alarm, water treatment, and compressed air systems
• Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance using CMMS
• Respond to alarms and perform diagnostics to maintain uptime
• Document inspections, maintenance activities, and repairs
• Participate in PSM audits and maintain compliance records
• Collaborate with safety and production teams to ensure system safety and performance
• Train on and utilize schematics, blueprints, and system software

Benefits

• 20 free Pizzas per month
• Fantastic benefit offering starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• Free uniforms & reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses and tools
• 401k & Roth with company match and fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• Paid holidays plus a floating holiday of your choice
• $7,000 sign-on bonus!
• Relocation assistance available if applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED