HVAC Maintenance Tech - Evansville

Tasty Brands is a well-established, fast-growing national company focused on providing great-tasting, nutritious food to K-12 school foodservice customers and private brands of select retailers. With a focus on collaboration, best practices, and continuous improvement, we are seeking individuals who want to join us for a long-term career and be part of a great success story. Our most successful individuals are self-starters, work well in collaboration with others, have a clear vision of the big picture, and strive to win. 

We have manufacturing plants (Tracco LLC & Total Packaging LLC) in Owensboro, Kentucky, and (TruPack) in Evansville, Indiana. We produce sandwiches and meals for our nation’s K12 students and other government programs with an additional focus on providing high-volume items for selected Private Brand retail customers. We are committed to providing high-quality products that are produced by associates who uphold the highest levels of food safety and best-in-class methods in the industry. We are expanding our product lines, customer base, and manufacturing facilities. Our food business is recession-proof! We have a geographic footprint that stretches from coast to coast, and our supply chain is domestic.

We have an outstanding team of motivated professionals who work well together in a fun and team-oriented atmosphere. Our mission is driven by our core values – urgency, accountability, proactivity, teamwork, and integrity. We are looking for the next “great fit” to join our growing team! 

Position Summary

The HVAC Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in a ready-to-eat (RTE) food manufacturing environment. This includes working in cold production areas to ensure temperature control systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. The HVAC Technician plays a critical role in maintaining consistent environmental conditions to support product quality, employee safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC and refrigeration systems, including chillers, freezers, and air handling units.

• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and reduce downtime.

• Monitor and adjust systems to maintain proper temperatures and humidity in production, storage, and office areas.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.

• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

• Work closely with production and quality teams to ensure environmental conditions meet food safety standards (HACCP, USDA, FDA).

• Respond promptly to breakdowns, especially in temperature-critical areas, to minimize production impact.

• Adhere to lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety protocols while performing maintenance work.

• Assist in evaluating and recommending upgrades or replacements for HVAC/R equipment.

• Maintain compliance with EPA regulations regarding refrigerant handling and disposal.

• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase system efficiency and reduce energy usage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in HVAC/R preferred.

• 3 years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC/R, preferably in food manufacturing or cold storage environments.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC/R systems, electrical systems, and control systems.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and schematics.

• Comfortable working in cold environments for extended periods with appropriate PPE.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and be on-call as needed.