Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia)

The Original Cakerie • Humble, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Dessert Holdings is seeking an Industrial Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia) to support preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency response for refrigeration systems in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on the safe operation and maintenance of ammonia (NH3) refrigeration equipment while ensuring compliance with safety, food, and regulatory standards.

The position is full-time and performed in person at Dessert Holdings in Humble, Texas. The posted schedule is the second shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The pay range is $25–$35 per hour.

Requirements

• Experience working with industrial ammonia refrigeration systems is required.
• Refrigeration schooling with at least 1 year of related experience, or at least 3 years of relevant refrigeration experience without formal schooling.
• Welding and/or brazing experience.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Willingness to work overtime or extended hours as required.
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, fit test, and pulmonary function test.
• Willingness to complete confined-space and safety training as required.
• Ability to lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, bend, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to respond quickly and move efficiently in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Process Safety Management (PSM) training or certification.
• EPA Type II Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on industrial refrigeration equipment, including ammonia (NH3) and related systems.
• Receive, initiate, and complete preventive maintenance and scheduled work orders.
• Respond to refrigeration alarms, system issues, and emergency maintenance situations.
• Perform ammonia system pump-downs and system isolation when required.
• Coordinate outside contractors in accordance with safety and plant procedures.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and related equipment.
• Understand and comply with GMP, HACCP, food safety, and plant safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and work order documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed