Refrigeration Technician

National Beef • Tama, IA • $25.50 - $35.50 / hour • 5d ago

Refrigeration Technician

Requisition ID 2026-4906

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 bonusFamily-friendly benefits including health, vision and dental401K Retirement Plan with company matchPaid Vacation after 1 year of servicePaid Holiday, personal days, birthdayEmployee Meat Purchase SalesPaid 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 systems
Monitoring and repairing hot water heaters, water filters and reservoirs; as well as electrical control panels
Repairing and maintaining utility equipment such as steam, water, air and standby equipment including temperature controls, thermostats, meters, and temperature and pressure chart recorders
Maintaining ongoing improvement and upkeep of all utility areas
Maintaining preventative and corrective maintenance policies, procedures and reporting
Performing HAZMAT team assignments as required and assisting in the Emergency Response Program
Performing other duties as assigned

This 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 preferred
Strong Knowledge in RCM dealing with PMs, PDMs and specialty training related to RCM process
Disciplined in areas related to industrial maintenance; electrical, fabrication, fluid power, machining, mechanical, plumbing, welding, construction
Mechanical skills and understanding of basic machine functions
Ability to use common tools such as hammers, saws, drills, and wrenches
Basic computer skills
Willingness to work and be on time when scheduled
Ability to read, write and speak English preferred
Strong work ethic and eye for detail
Exemplary safety record (with previous employer)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
General knowledge of plant layout
Valid Driver's License

Physical requirements for this position are as follows:

Climbing occasionally - Heights up to 50 feet
Stooping occasionally
Crouching occasionally
Standing for 8 or more hours per day
Talking
Hearing
Walking frequently
Pushing frequently
Pulling frequently
Grasping frequently
Repetitive motions frequently
Lifting: 0 - 100#
Environment: Hot and Cold
Environment: Some exposure to the elements

Must 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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