Maintenance Technician - Refrigeration

Job Description

A growing manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support production and facility operations through preventive maintenance, advanced troubleshooting, and equipment reliability improvements. This is a hands-on role critical to minimizing downtime and maintaining safe, efficient plant performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and processing machinery
• Read and apply blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Maintain refrigeration and utility systems including compressors, pumps, condensers, heat exchangers, ammonia and Freon systems
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures
• Support parts ordering and maintenance inventory control
• Perform minor facility and grounds maintenance
• Complete safety checklists and uphold strict safety standards
• Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
• Support workflow direction when equipment output impacts production

Required Qualifications:

• 6-8+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• One recognized maintenance certification (electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, or reliability)
• Ability to perform electrical and electronic systems maintenance independently
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Multiple maintenance or technical certifications
• PLC certification
• Advanced refrigeration certification
• High school diploma or GED

What You Bring:

• Strong safety mindset
• High mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Fast problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to remain alert and responsive in production environments

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.