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Refrigeration Tech nician   Job Description Job Title:   Refrigeration Technician Compensation:   $30.50 - $40.00 an hour Department:   Refrigeration Reports To:   Refrigeration Superintendent FLSA Status:   Non- Exempt Location:   Acorn Work Arrangement:   On- Site Shift / Schedule:  1st Shift Travel Requirements:   Less than 10% Employment Type:   Full-time Role Overview / Purpose and Scope The Refrigeration Technician   is responsible for   maintaining , troubleshooting, and repairing Farmer Focus’s industrial refrigeration systems and related equipment. This role supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by ensuring ammonia refrigeration equipment, compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, controls, and supporting systems are   operating   properly. The Refrigeration Technician plays a key role in equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, safety, production continuity, and overall plant performance. This position requires strong technical knowledge of ammonia refrigeration, electrical controls, high-pressure steam boilers, HVAC, and PSM/RMP requirements. The Refrigeration Technician is expected to perform routine and non-routine maintenance,   maintain   accurate   records, support safe work practices, and   assist   in training other refrigeration team members in recognized industry standards and good engineering practices. Key Responsibilities • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the refrigeration cycle, refrigeration equipment, controls, and electrical systems. • Maintain working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration equipment, including compressors, ammonia pumps, evaporative condensers, evaporators, vessels, valves, and related machinery. • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves, and other equipment included in the ammonia refrigeration system. • Maintain all required operational logs accurately and   in a timely manner . • Receive or transfer ammonia in all plant systems, as qualified. • Perform routine maintenance on ammonia compressors, air compressors, ammonia liquid pumps, ammonia system controls, air system controls, air system drying equipment, and refrigeration system condensers. • Monitor equipment operation and remain alert to excessive heat, vibration, noise, or other signs of malfunction. • Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, wear, or unsafe conditions to the Refrigeration Manager. • Repair or replace defective parts as needed to   maintain   equipment reliability and safe operation. • Successfully perform routine tasks while applying technical skills and experience to solve non-routine mechanical and process issues. • Demonstrate understanding of and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures, and PSM/RMP requirements. • Accurately complete requisition forms as needed to order parts and supplies and keep systems in good general repair. • Check voltage, fuses, and resistance using a Volt-Ohm-Meter. • Competently use and interpret technical documents, including maintenance manuals, schematics, procedures, repair documents, blueprints, and other related materials. • Update and   maintain   control   system   P&IDs, SOPs, and preventive maintenance work orders. • Assist   in leading and training other refrigeration technicians in good engineering practices and recognized industry standards. • Maintain a neat and orderly workstation and shop area. • Participate in company training programs and make every effort to learn, develop, and upgrade skills   required   for the role. • Participate on the PSM/safety committee as   required . • Serve as part of the Hazmat team as   required . • Perform other duties as assigned. Benefits:   Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll,   paid time off and sick leave,   semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match ,   HSA and FSA,   education reimbursement opportunities, employee   assistance   programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs. All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or   discontinued   by Farmer Focus at any time Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required. • 5 or more years of industrial refrigeration experience   required . • Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems   is   required . • Proven knowledge of refrigeration, high-pressure steam boilers, HVAC, controls, and the fundamentals of PSM/RMP   required . • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, maintenance manuals, procedures, repair documents, and other technical materials. • Ability to update and   maintain   control system P&IDs, SOPs, and preventive maintenance work orders. • Ability to lead and train other refrigeration technicians in good engineering practices and recognized industry standards. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities change quickly. • Willingness to work as part of a team. • Regular and reliable attendance   is   required . • Ability to   work   a flexible schedule. • Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends, as   required . • Ability to take initiative and proactively   seek   to resolve issues independently when discovered. • Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions. • Ability to   comply with   all safety rules and instructions. • Ability to successfully complete Ammonia Technician Operator Level 1 and Level 2 training as   required . • Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Qualifications • Ammonia Technician Certification • Operator 1 and 2 Certification • Exceptional candidates would have valid   RETA , CIRO,   CARO certification. • Basic understanding of Lean principles. New team members must be able to pass a drug,   alcohol   and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and production environment.   This role requires access to refrigeration equipment, mechanical areas, shop areas, production areas, and outdoor work areas.   The team member must be able to tolerate varying heat, wet, and chill conditions within the plant and must be willing to work outside in all weather   conditions. The   role requires fine hand and finger dexterity and the ability to climb stairs, ladders, and platforms. The team   members   must be able to pass the required fitness test, wear a full-face respirator, and   will   remain   clean shaven with no more   than   24 hours of facial hair growth. The team member must also be willing to   participate   on the PSM/safety committee and serve as part of the Hazmat   team. Hearing   and eye protective equipment are   required   in the production   area. Hair and beard nets are   required   in the production area.   Additional   personal protective equipment may be   required   based on task, location, and safety requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled. Recruiter and Agency Disclaimer Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles   submitted   by staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms to any Farmer Focus employee without a current written agreement and an active, role-specific request from the   Recruiting   team will be considered the property of Farmer Focus. Farmer Focus will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume or candidate profile. All external recruiters and agency partners supporting Farmer Focus searches must   comply with   applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including compensation transparency requirements and restrictions on seeking salary history where applicable. About Farmer Focus Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded in   servant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.   Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality.   At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo   by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better. EOE, including disability/vets