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Nestlé USA
Industrial Services Technician 3
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What they do
A Refrigeration Technician installs and repairs refrigerators.
$53,217 / year median in Illinois
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal
- to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity
- and responsibility
- to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.
Position Summary:
The Industrial Service Tech 3 is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the ammonia refrigeration system and related equipment.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Pay rate of $42.50/hr- $44/hr, plus shift differential
Schedule:
Need to be flexible for all three shifts: 1st (6:00am-2:30pm), 2nd (2:00pm-10:30pm), 3rd (10:00pm-6:30am Great benefits, such as: 401K with company match Health, Dental & Vision (eligibility following 30 days of employment) Paid Time Off 11 paid annual holidays Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs & lifestyle spend $500 Tool Stipend (Would need to bring own tools and toolbox with basic tools to start)Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitors, adjusts and logs ammonia systems pressures and temperatures. Follows CMMS work orders. Repairs and maintains all refrigeration related equipment including compressors, condensers, evaporator, pumps, valves, vessels and piping. Repairs and maintains the glycol system associated with the refrigeration system including pumps, valves, tanks and piping. Repairs and maintains the steam boiler and related equipment and piping. Repairs and installs evaporator condensate drains. Maintains HVAC systems based on CMMS or instructions given. Suggests ways to control labor and supply costs as well as improve processes. Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement. Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are followed. Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices). Maintains a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free work place. Reports any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management. Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.Essential Skills and experience:
Education:
High School Diploma RETA CIRO or equivalent senior ammonia certifications Ammonia Refrigeration Technician certification (RETA CARO or equivalent).Boiler Operator License Skills and Experience:
Expert operation and troubleshooting of multiple utilities systems including: Ammonia systems (engine room operations, vessel management, evacuations) Steam/boiler systems, condensate recovery, culinary steam requirements Refrigeration (ammonia/CO₂/glycol), chilled water, pressure vessels Compressed air (oil‑free, high‑pressure), nitrogen, and industrial gases Hygienic air handling, water treatment, effluent treatment 2. System Safety & Compliance Leadership Mastery of hazard‑based programs: Ammonia Safety Management Boiler House Safety Management Hazardous Gas Safety Management Legionella & potable water systems Pressure Vessel compliance PSM Ensures utilities systems meet corporate engineering compliance, permits, and audit standards. 3. Problem‑Solving & Optimization Experience leading root‑cause analysis for energy, reliability, and utilities performance issues. Provides recommendations for reliability improvements and system upgrades. Able to interpret P&IDs, one‑line diagrams, schematics, and write URS‑level technical requirements. 4. Mentorship & Training Can coach Levels 1-3 technicians through classroom, skill training, and hands‑on demonstration (HOD). Acts as a factory SME supporting project teams, audits, commissioning, and change control.Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted, and frequently lift and/or move 51- 100 pounds with lifting equipment or with assistance.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a plant production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job in the plant, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles. Employee may be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures that range from below zero (0) degrees Fahrenheit to over ninety (90) degrees Fahrenheit. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While in the plant, the employee is required to utilize the required personal protective equipment.Organizational Structure :
The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic will report directly to the Manager Industrial Services. The approximate pay for this position is $42.50- $44/hr.