Refrigeration Technician

This Refrigeration Technician, under direct supervision of the Plant Engineer, is responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of all refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment at the Seward, NE freeze dry facility. This position may assist other maintenance team members in additional tasks and duties within that department.

• Assist with the inspections of air conditioning, dehumidifiers, compressors, evaporators, safety pop-off valves, filters, Ammonia refrigeration units daily; repairs malfunctions and assists with complete overhauls as needed, help maintain and check boilers.

• Clean evaporators and condensers daily for correct operation of fans and glycol pumps. Install and replace motors, pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses at all refrigeration areas; repairs and replaces improper fittings and broken refrigeration pipes.

• Assist with setup and tear down of equipment and may assist with major repairs and/or construction required to plant buildings and stationary equipment, fabrication of parts, and installation of new plant equipment.

• Perform basic refrigeration duties including but not limited to navigating through M&M controls, understanding and entering PSM data.

• Ensures shops and repaired equipment areas are clean to prevent product contamination or damage.

In performing their responsibilities, employees are expected to perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision, interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers, work effectively as a team contributor and independently while understanding the necessity for communication with other employees and throughout Scoular.

With a $75 million expansion underway, we are growing our team of experts. Join a team dedicated to career advancement and a culture that makes you excited to come to work each day. Introducing Petsource by Scoular, an indirect, wholly owned, independently operated subsidiary of The Scoular Company. Petsource provides recipe development, raw meat processing, freeze-drying, and packaging solutions for pet food manufacturers. Petsource is among the first in the country to bring these steps together under one roof, positioning itself as a turnkey contract manufacturer and go-to source for high-protein, freeze-dried ingredients. By leveraging the simplicity Petsource offers, paired with a state-of-the-art facility and equipment, pet food companies can now be confident in having a contract partner focused on delivering the innovative freeze-dried ingredients your business requires. Employee, Quality and Food safety are our guiding principles at Petsource.

Our facility is in Seward, Nebraska, thoughtfully constructed based on food manufacturing sanitary design with an unparalleled focus on employee & food safety. We have designed our manufacturing process consistent with food safety standards utilized at a human food facility. Seward County is a pro-active and collaborative area with vibrant, welcoming, family-friendly, and safe communities, recognized for pillars of strength in agriculture, arts and culture, business, education, entrepreneurship, government, and healthcare. Residents enjoy picturesque and diverse neighborhoods, viable main streets, outstanding recreational opportunities, active civic life, faith-based living, and quality housing and employment choices. With easy access to Highway 34, Highway 15 and Interstate 80 for an easy commute.

Benefits

• We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day - there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning.

• On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match.

• Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off.

• We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year, we encourage team members to give back and make a social impact.