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National Beef

Refrigeration Technician

Tama, IA · On-site

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a qualified professional to ... Mechanical skills and understanding of basic machine functions * Ability to use common tools such ...

Agri Beef

Feed Production Tech

Moses Lake, WA

$19 - $19.50/hr

Join the Agri Beef team, where our talented people are the foundation of our success. We produce ... Perform mechanical trouble shooting and problem solving * May be required to enter confined spaces

Agri Beef

Feed Production Tech

Moses Lake, WA · On-site

$19 - $19.50/hr

Join the Agri Beef team, where our talented people are the foundation of our success. We produce ... Perform mechanical trouble shooting and problem solving * May be required to enter confined spaces

National Beef

Maintenance Technician

Tama, IA · On-site

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for qualified professionals with ... Fixing and maintaining mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines * Rebuilding, repairing, and ...

Agri Beef

Feed Production Tech

Nampa, ID · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Join the Agri Beef team, where our talented people are the foundation of our success. We produce ... Perform mechanical trouble shooting and problem solving * May be required to enter confined spaces

National Beef

Maintenance Technician

Tama, IA · On-site

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for qualified professionals with ... Fixing and maintaining mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines * Rebuilding, repairing, and ...

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Maintenance Mechanic

North Platte, NE · On-site

$24.25 - $31/hr

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will ensure the ... Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Statement Sustainable Beef is an Equal ...

National Beef

Maintenance Technician

Tama, IA

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for qualified professionals with ... Fixing and maintaining mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines * Rebuilding, repairing, and ...

National Beef

Maintenance Electrician

Tama, IA · On-site

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a qualified professional to ... Able to pass mechanical aptitude test * Able to use ladders * Able to use lift trucks (i.e ...

Agri Beef

Truck Driver (local delivery)

Moses Lake, WA · On-site

$21/hr

Join the Agri Beef team, where our talented people are the foundation of our success. We produce ... OR minimum of one (1) year of related maintenance/mechanical experience and/or training PHYSICAL ...

National Beef

Maintenance Electrician

Tama, IA

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a qualified professional to ... Able to pass mechanical aptitude test * Able to use ladders * Able to use lift trucks (i.e ...

National Beef

Maintenance Electrician

Tama, IA

$35.50/hr

Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a qualified professional to ... Able to pass mechanical aptitude test * Able to use ladders * Able to use lift trucks (i.e ...

Parker County Beef Company

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USDA Butcher

Springtown, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $20/hr

... mechanical saws, and automated processing machines to carry out daily tasks efficiently without requiring travel for training or work. Responsibilities * Cut and prepare beef according to USDA ...

Caribbean Food Delights

FACILITIES MECHANIC

Tappan, NY

$26.30 - $27.30/hr

... Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. This state-of -the-art facility, is SQF certified. We are ... a Facilities Mechanic who will be responsible for keeping the food facility in good working ...

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Refrigeration Technician

National Beef

Tama, IA • On-site

$35.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

National Beef Packing rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

135th of 378 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

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 bonus
  • Family-friendly benefits including health, vision and dental
  • 401K Retirement Plan with company match
  • Paid Vacation after 1 year of service
  • Paid Holiday, personal days, birthday
  • Employee Meat Purchase Sales
  • Paid 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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