Refrigeration Technician
Job Locations
US-IA-Tama
Requisition ID
2025-4541
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Category
Maintenance
Overview
Are you interested in working a full-time schedule in only 4 days per week? Then Iowa Premium may be the place for you!
Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a qualified professional to join our Maintenance Team as a Refrigeration Technician. With competitive pay and benefits, safe and stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, Iowa Premium could become your next career move!
Hourly wage for this position starts at $25.50 per hour up to $35.50 per hour depending on experience.
Benefits :
Relocation Package and Qualification Bonus available
- $2.00 per hour perfect attendance bonus
- Family-friendly benefits including health, vision and dental
- 401K Retirement Plan with company match
- Paid Vacation after 1 year of service
- Paid Holiday, personal days, birthday
- Employee Meat Purchase Sales
- Paid Life Insurance
For more information on Iowa Premium, click here!
Responsibilities
Refrigeration Technician position responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Operating, repairing, servicing, trouble shooting, and maintaining boiler and industrial refrigeration (B&E) equipment and systems for the plant. This includes compressors, condensers, blast freezers, ammonia pumps, evaporators, and all associated valves, piping and instrumentation.Performing periodic testing of ammonia detection systemsMonitoring and repairing hot water heaters, water filters and reservoirs; as well as electrical control panelsRepairing and maintaining utility equipment such as steam, water, air and standby equipment including temperature controls, thermostats, meters, and temperature and pressure chart recordersMaintaining ongoing improvement and upkeep of all utility areasMaintaining preventative and corrective maintenance policies, procedures and reportingPerforming HAZMAT team assignments as required and assisting in the Emergency Response ProgramPerforming other duties as assignedThis is a safety sensitive position. This is an on-site position.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates for the Refrigeration Technician position should possess the following :
Proven work history in Boiler and industrial refrigeration (B&E) in the beef industry preferredStrong Knowledge in RCM dealing with PMs, PDMs and specialty training related to RCM processDisciplined in areas related to industrial maintenance; electrical, fabrication, fluid power, machining, mechanical, plumbing, welding, constructionMechanical skills and understanding of basic machine functionsAbility to use common tools such as hammers, saws, drills, and wrenchesBasic computer skillsWillingness to work and be on time when scheduledAbility to read, write and speak English preferredStrong work ethic and eye for detailExemplary safety record (with previous employer)Strong communication skills, both written and verbalGeneral knowledge of plant layoutValid Driver's LicensePhysical requirements for this position are as follows :
Climbing occasionally - Heights up to 50 feetStooping occasionallyCrouching occasionallyStanding for 8 or more hours per dayTalkingHearingWalking frequentlyPushing frequentlyPulling frequentlyGrasping frequentlyRepetitive motions frequentlyLifting : 0 - 100#Environment : Hot and ColdEnvironment : Some exposure to the elementsMust be at least 18 years of age or older.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
Company Overview
Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company, is dedicated to being the premier supplier of premium family farm-raised corn-fed Black Angus beef. Our employees are key to our success. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production and packaging facility in Southeast Iowa. We strive to be a preferred employer in Tama County, whether it's measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the community. Come join our family!
National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual.
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