Industrial HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic

About the role

Clemens Food Group is seeking a hands-on, safety-focused Refrigeration Mechanic to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the industrial refrigeration and utility systems that support our manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems
• Operate and maintain compressed air, steam, boiler, and supporting utility systems
• Maintain and support boilers, HVAC equipment, scrubbers, chillers, heaters, pumps, blowers, steam traps, and valves
• Inspect piping, valves, compressors, pumps, and related components for leaks, wear, or performance concerns
• Document equipment readings, inspections, maintenance activities, and completed repairs
• Participate in and follow all Process Safety Management program requirements and procedures
• Serve as a member of the Hazmat Emergency Response Team
• Follow Lockout/Tagout and all applicable safety and environmental procedures
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, and other support teams to improve system reliability and performance

Requirements

• Working knowledge of industrial ammonia refrigeration or similar refrigeration systems
• Understanding of compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves, piping, and fluid-control systems
• Experience monitoring and interpreting system pressures, temperatures, levels, and control parameters
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
• Knowledge of industrial utility systems, including boilers, steam, compressed air, and water treatment
• Understanding of preventive maintenance and equipment-reliability practices
• Ability to follow detailed operating, emergency responses, and regulatory procedures
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping habits
• Ability to work independently while remaining closely connected with Operations, Maintenance, and Safety
• Willingness and ability to participate in emergency-response training and activities

Qualifications

• Industrial or manufacturing refrigeration experience
• Hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems
• Experience maintaining boilers, air compressors, HVAC equipment, chillers, pumps, valves, or related facility utilities
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management requirements
• Hazmat or emergency-response experience
• Experience with computerized control systems or building-management systems
• Technical training, licensing, or certifications related to refrigeration, boilers, industrial maintenance, or utilities
• Experience in food processing or another highly regulated manufacturing environment