VICKSBURG PLANT: 2nd Shift REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE Personnel

Job Details:

 Pay is commensurate with experience. 

SIGN ON Bonus Eligible and Payout Structure qualifications are below:
 

After 30 Days of employment: $500.00
After 90 Days of employment:  $750.00
After 180 Days of employment: $1,250.00
After 365 Days of employment: $2,500.00

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Qualifications:
REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 366 DAY WAIT PERIOD, cannot have worked for Tyson more than 3 times. 

Must have a minimum of (2) years of mechanic work experience or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program documented on your application and or uploaded resume. 
CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.
 

Maintenance – Refrigeration  

Job Description Summary 

The Maintenance – Refrigeration Technician (Mid-Level) is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the plant’s industrial refrigeration systems. This role performs preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance independently and plays a critical role in ammonia safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance. The position supports OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM), EPA Risk Management Program (RMP), and Tyson policies in a fresh food manufacturing environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Refrigeration Operations & Maintenance 

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, vessels, valves, and control systems 

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on refrigeration equipment 

• Independently troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-related refrigeration issues 

• Monitor system pressures, temperatures, oil levels, and alarms; take corrective action as needed 

• Respond promptly to refrigeration system failures to protect product integrity and plant operations 

• Perform system startups, shutdowns, and changeovers safely 

• Complete work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS 

• Support equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives 

Ammonia Safety & Emergency Response 

• Actively support ammonia refrigeration safety in compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP requirements 

• Serve as a trained responder during ammonia incidents in accordance with the facility Emergency Response Plan 

• Respond to ammonia alarms, leaks, or releases following established procedures 

• Assist with system isolation, shutdowns, ventilation, and mitigation activities as directed 

• Identify and report ammonia odors, abnormal system conditions, or safety concerns immediately 

• Utilize required PPE, including respiratory protection, when responding to ammonia-related events 

• Participate in ammonia emergency drills, training, and incident reviews 

PSM / RMP Compliance Responsibilities 

• Support full compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program requirements 

• Perform mechanical integrity inspections and maintenance on covered refrigeration equipment 

• Accurately complete PSM-related documentation, logs, and inspection records 

• Follow Management of Change (MOC), lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined space procedures 

• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-ups 

• Support continuous improvement of refrigeration safety and compliance programs 

Fresh Plant Environment Expectations 

• Maintain refrigeration systems supporting raw and fresh product processing and storage 

• Ensure all maintenance activities protect food safety, sanitation, and product integrity 

• Work in cold, wet, humid, and mechanical room environments 

• Be available for off-shift, weekend, or emergency response coverage as required 

Education and Experience Requirements 

Education: 

• High School diploma or equivalent required 

• Technical or vocational training in industrial refrigeration, HVAC, or mechanical systems preferred 

Experience: 

• 3–5 years of industrial refrigeration experience required 

• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems required 

• Experience in food manufacturing or fresh plant environments strongly preferred 

Certifications and Training 

• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred or required 

• Ammonia refrigeration training (IIAR or equivalent) required or ability to obtain 

• Respiratory protection and emergency response training required 

• PSM/RMP training participation required 

Skills and Competencies 

• Strong working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems 

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and operating manuals 

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills 

• Solid understanding of PSM/RMP requirements and safe work practices 

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during abnormal conditions 

• Proficiency with CMMS and maintenance documentation 

• Strong commitment to safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance 

Physical Demands and Work Requirements 

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at heights 

• Ability to work in confined spaces and mechanical rooms 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance 

• Ability to wear respiratory protection and required PPE 

• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules 

Safety and Compliance Commitment 

The Maintenance – Refrigeration Technician (Mid-Level) plays a critical role in ammonia safety, regulatory compliance, and plant reliability. This position is expected to strictly follow Tyson policies, OSHA PSM requirements, EPA RMP standards, USDA regulations, and site emergency response procedures to protect employees, the community, and operations at the Vicksburg Plant. 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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