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Refrigeration Technician

Aerotek

Fremont, NEJob$52–83K/yrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$52–83K/yr
Location
Fremont, NE
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Refrigeration Technician maintains, repairs, constructs, and modifies refrigeration and HVAC equipment, focusing on ammonia systems, compressors, and boilers in a high‑volume chicken processing plant.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

NH3 Refrigeration KnowledgePlant Refrigeration Systems UnderstandingElectric Procedures KnowledgeMechanical Procedures KnowledgeRefrigeration Operator 1 CertificationRefrigeration Operator 2 CertificationCARO CertificationCIRO CertificationRETA CertificationTroubleshooting Refrigeration EquipmentRepair Refrigeration EquipmentPreventive Maintenance of Refrigeration Equipment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Title: Refrigeration Technician

Job Description

Responsible for the maintenance, repair, construction, and modification of all refrigeration and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, with a special emphasis on ammonia refrigeration and compressors and boilers.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair manufacturing and ammonia refrigeration equipment or systems.

  • Perform daily rounds/checks of the ammonia system.

  • Conduct necessary preventative maintenance on all equipment, including rebuilding compressors and boilers as needed.

  • Record necessary information pertaining to maintenance.

Essential Skills

  • Knowledge of NH3 refrigeration principles.

  • Understanding of plant refrigeration systems, electric and mechanical procedures.

  • Certification or licenses in Refrigeration Operator 1 & 2, CARO, CIRO, or RETA are highly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of refrigeration equipment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Benefit from paid time off (PTO) and parental leave, all designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

Work the night shift from 6pm to 6:30am, following a 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off schedule.

Highly automated chicken processing facility where up to 1 million chickens are processed in a 24-hour cycle.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fremont, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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