Refrigeration Technician

Smithfield Foods • Tar Heel, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician to join their maintenance team. This role involves performing duties related to refrigeration and boiler systems, as well as assisting other maintenance personnel. The company emphasizes a culture of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation. Smithfield offers industry-leading wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and professional development, including tuition assistance and a relocation package for skilled trades roles.

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.
• Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas: RETA Certification, Ammonia Refrigeration, Engine & Boiler systems, Electricity & motor controls, Controls & instrumentation, PLC/software & hardware, Pneumatics & Hydraulics, Mechanical systems, Predictive/Predictive maintenance, Maintenance Planning, Site utilities, System analysis & troubleshooting, Pipefitting & welding, Machining, Metal fabrication.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician.
• Assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift.
• Have or be able to attain RETA certification.
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices.
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs.
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities.
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations.
• Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner.
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices.
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Competitive Starting Pay– $24.05 - $32.30/ hr
• $0.50/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Relocation Assistance package for Skilled Trades roles
• Lump Sum payments
• Agents to help you sell/ buy
• Lease Termination Assistance
• Moving of goods and vehicles
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

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