Refrigeration Technician - 2nd Shift
Smithfield Foods•Des Moines, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Maintenance Pay – $22.75-$26.75/hour $0.25/hour shift differential for 2nd shift Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. This individual will perform the duties of a Refrigeration/Boiler Technician and assist other maintenance personnel on his/her shift.
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 and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work.
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Industry-leading wages
- Shift differential for 2nd shift
- Education benefit
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth
- Professional development programs
- LinkedIn Learning access
- Tuition assistance
- Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
- Education Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
