Refrigeration Technician

One of our clients in the food manufacturing industry is looking to bring on a Refrigeration Technician to support their cutting-edge freeze-drying facility. This person will be responsible for maintaining and servicing refrigeration systems, while also supporting general maintenance.

Location: Allentown, PA

Shifts:

• Weekday (Monday - Thursday) 6am - 4pm
• Weekend (Friday - Monday) 6am - 4pm

Compensation: $35-45/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, report, and follow up on any conditions that may affect team member safety, product quality, or food safety
• Diagnose issues, perform repairs, and conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on industrial refrigeration systems, HVAC units, building infrastructure, and utility systems
• Execute corrective maintenance on production equipment to reduce downtime and maintain operational efficiency
• Ensure all work orders-both planned and unplanned-are completed accurately and provide timely feedback to operators as needed
• Maintain detailed and accurate records to ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in refrigeration, including journeyman-level training, apprenticeship certification, or an equivalent combination of technical education and hands-on experience
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced troubleshooting of refrigeration systems
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and refrigeration meters
• Possession of a valid U.S. EPA Universal Certification
• Basic understanding of instrumentation and control logic systems