Skillwork
Omaha, NE
Pay: $28-$35/hr
[Source: Indeed] About Skillwork Skillwork is seeking experienced Traveling Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Operators to join our team. This role offers freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to work with leading companies across the country. Our agents match you with placements that fit your skills and career goals. What We Offer * Competitive pay: $28–$35/hour * Per diem, housing, and travel compensation * Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life insurance, PTO, 401(k) with match * Flexible schedules with opportunities for overtime * Referral program and relocation assistance Job Responsibilities You will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of industrial refrigeration systems, including ammonia compressors, liquid pumps, evaporative condensers, and air system controls. The ideal candidate must have 2+ years of industrial refrigeration experience and hold a valid OP I, OP II, or RETA CIRO certification, with a proven ability to perform routine PMs and troubleshoot complex mechanical and process issues. Key responsibilities include managing ammonia transfers across plant systems, maintaining PSM/RMP compliance, and utilizing technical documents such as P&IDs and schematics to update SOPs and work orders. You must be proficient in checking electrical components like voltage and resistance using a Volt-Ohm-Meter and possess a strong understanding of the refrigeration cycle, high-pressure steam boilers, and HVAC systems. While a basic understanding of Lean Principles is a plus, you must be committed to adhering to all safety policies and reporting equipment hazards to management to ensure a safe and efficient production environment.