Refrigeration Technician

Trak Group•Harrison, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Refrigeration Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and repair of large industrial refrigeration systems in a food manufacturing environment. This hands-on, onsite role helps maintain equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and safe, efficient production operations. The technician works with complex refrigeration equipment and collaborates with Maintenance and Operations teams to troubleshoot problems and support equipment reliability. The position is onsite in Harrison, Ohio, with a second-shift schedule of 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Overtime and weekend availability may be needed. The role involves working at heights, climbing ladders, physically demanding maintenance work, and exposure to hot and cold manufacturing environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting abilities.
Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment-related problems.
Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate maintenance records.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with Maintenance, Production, and other departments.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work at heights, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding maintenance activities.
Ability to work in hot and cold manufacturing environments.
Ability to lift, pull, and perform physical tasks associated with industrial maintenance.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Ability to work onsite.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial refrigeration systems.
RETA certifications or refrigeration-related technical training.
Experience with electrical troubleshooting and emergency equipment repairs.
Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
Knowledge of IIAR standards and industrial refrigeration safety practices.
Experience in a food manufacturing or food processing environment.
Familiarity with GMP and food safety regulations.
Experience using CMMS software.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair large industrial refrigeration systems used in manufacturing and storage.
Perform routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform necessary repairs.
Monitor refrigeration system performance for safe and efficient operation.
Identify potential equipment issues and recommend corrective actions.
Use CMMS to document maintenance activities and track equipment performance.
Maintain daily operating logs, maintenance records, and required documentation.
Interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Support equipment reliability initiatives to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
Assist with additional maintenance activities as assigned.
Follow Process Safety Management (PSM) procedures and participate in required safety meetings.
Maintain compliance with applicable International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) standards.
Follow workplace safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and food safety requirements.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
Complete safety, compliance, and equipment documentation accurately.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment safety and operational performance.