Maintenance (Refrigeration Operations)

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

POSITION SUMMARY:    

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and operation of all HVAC, refrigeration systems, and plant packaging and production equipment within the plant. The technician is responsible for performing all work as directed by the Maintenance Manager and/or the Plant Manager. The technician will monitor and recognize maintenance issues and needs within the assigned territory and will ensure timely and efficient resolution for all service calls.  This position will proactively seek to continuously improve the reliability and sustainability of all associated mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Perform daily checks inspections on refrigeration system & components to verify proper operation  

• Make adjustments to refrigeration system as needed to maintain correct & optimal operation on an industrial Ammonia refrigeration plant  

• Must be able to follow detailed instructions both written and oral  

• Must be able to precisely follow maintenance procedures  

• Must be able to work with all supervisors, outside contractors, and team members  

• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously  

• Must be willing to accept responsibility, and accountability, ensuring that proper procedures are followed  

• Responsible for accurate completion of checklists, and record all associated data  

• Maintain a clean & safe work area  

COMPETENCIES:  

• Mechanical aptitude, electrical troubleshooting, and current service skills. 

• Plumbing, Welding and Fabrication  

• General Maintenance   

• Basic computer skills  

• Reading mechanical & electrical drawings  

• Customer relations, interpersonal relationships, team relations and service. 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

• Must be self-starter with the ability to take minimal direction to achieve results. 

• Great oral and written communication skills. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• Required Education: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED 

• There will be a 60-day training/qualifying period from date of hire 

• Attain EPA universal license  

• Attend third party Ammonia refrigeration training  

• Required Experience:   

• Minimum of (5) to (10) years working as a maintenance or service technician. 

• Minimum of (5) years working with Industrial Refrigeration/HVAC systems. 

• Strong demonstrated mechanical aptitude. 

• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record. 

• Ability to pass a Background Check. 

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Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.