United Future, Inc.
Lime Springs, IA
Shift: Full-time
[Source: Recruit.net] Certified Ammonia Refrigeration Technician Location: Iowa (Meat Processing Facility) Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly (with potential transition to salary) Compensation Starting Pay: $30 per hour Overtime: Approx. 10 hours per week Future Opportunity: Position may transition to a salary equivalent to hourly earnings Schedule Wednesday Friday: 3:00 PM 11:30 PM Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM Monday & Tuesday off Position Summary The Certified Ammonia Refrigeration Technician will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of the facility's ammonia refrigeration systems. This role supports continuous production operations in a beef processing environment and ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Operate, monitor, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems (including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related equipment) Perform preventive and corrective maintenance Troubleshoot system issues and respond to refrigeration alarms Maintain accurate logs, documentation, and regulatory compliance records Support PSM (Process Safety Management) and RMP (Risk Management Program) requirements Work closely with maintenance, production, and safety teams Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with OSHA and IIAR standards Qualifications Required: Current Ammonia Refrigeration Certification (e.g., RETA CARO/CIRO or equivalent) Experience working with industrial ammonia systems Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills Ability to work in a cold-storage or meat-processing environment Ability to work scheduled shifts including weekends and overtime Preferred: Experience in food or meat processing facilities Knowledge of PSM/RMP programs RETA membership or advanced certifications Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50+ lbs Ability to work in cold, wet, or noisy environments Ability to stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods Why Join Us Stable, long-term employment in a growing protein production operation Competitive hourly pay with consistent overtime Opportunity for advancement and transition to salary