Refrigeration Maintenance (2ND Shift) - Tyson Foods of Portland ME

About the role

At this location, you’ll help produce Barber Foods Stuffed Chicken Breast products, contributing to quality food that reaches tables across the country.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the refrigeration systems while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. The applicant must be familiar with ammonia, plant ammonia systems, electrical refrigeration, and other industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance and conduct safety checks throughout their area.
• Complete Tyson Level 1 through 4 Skills Training within eighteen (18) months of being placed in the position.
• Follow all Hazmat grooming requirements and become Hazmat Certified.
• Perform any other work as assigned by supervisor/manager
• Comply with all safety, food safety, GMP and SQF Requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience with HVAC or Ammonia systems or completion of HVAC school.
• Experience in an industrial or commercial setting preferred.
• Please attach resume to show case your experience.
• Must list job experience related to work history, skills, and education information on application.
• Experience with basic Refrigeration systems through Technical Schools, Military Training and/or Trades.
• Must be familiar with Plant Compressed Air systems and all water supply systems (Ex: Chill water, Hot water supply system, City water and Glycol systems).
• Must be a member of the Hazmat Team and pass required physical.
• Must be able to work in harsh environments for short periods of time (Ex: Heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, water, mud, etc.).
• Position requires the team member to move to different areas of the plant and deal with different temperatures and environment in accordance with where they are needed.
• Must be capable to read, write, and use math skills in order to complete necessary paperwork.
• Must be able to work competently and efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be willing to work in and out of -10-degree temps.

Skills

• Mechanical Trouble Shooting
• Electrical Trouble Shooting
• Hydraulic Trouble Shooting
• PLC Controls
• Three Phase Wiring
• Plumbing
• Operate Forklift and Skyjacks, Genie Bomms
• Pneumatic Systems
• Basic Facility Maintenance

Benefits

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus (paid $1,000 after first week, $1,000 at 90 days, $1,500 at 6‑month mark, $1,500 at one‑year mark – must complete each increment to be eligible; current Tyson team members and rehires are not eligible)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan availability
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability
• Benefits eligibility active day one of employment

Pay

• Pay Range/Rate: $29.35 per hour