Cargill · 21 hours ago
Refrigeration Technician
Nebraska City, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$28.90/hr - $28.90/hrCargill is a global leader in the protein and salt business, committed to providing high-quality food products. The Refrigeration Technician will be responsible for performing maintenance on refrigeration machinery, ensuring food safety and quality, and documenting work in the maintenance management system.
AgricultureFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingMeat and Poultry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Using hand tools to perform maintenance on refrigeration/utility machinery
Ensuring food safety and quality
Cleanliness and housekeeping
Responding to radio calls from other departments (production, food safety, safety, etc.) for maintenance related actions
Communicating with other departments and other department shifts to ensure proper pass down of maintenance related issues to the next shift
Documenting daily work assigned on paper and also in the maintenance management system (SAP)
Qualification
Required
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Follow instructions verbally and written
Ability to work alone without supervision
Understand and follow job plans
Perform preventative maintenance (PM's) and troubleshooting of equipment related to the refrigeration/utility department
Able to do basic math calculations, example: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Have basic computer skills and ability to read/write/speak English
Ability to pass physical examination in order to don and doff SCBA
Ability to learn and use SAP to document work hours and search for parts
Able to work in cold environment 40 degrees or less for up to twelve (12) hours per day and able to work standing for up to twelve (12) hours per day
Use measuring devices to accurately measure different areas of equipment using the metric or standard system
Use multimeters, megohmmeters, and any other test equipment needed to aid in the troubleshooting and repair or equipment
Basic knowledge of hand-tools and mechanical aptitude
Basic ability to perform tasks related to the upkeep of building and grounds
Able to use a powered industrial truck (PIT) or eligible to acquire license and maintain the license
Operate forklift and other motorized equipment
Ability to learn RETA certification information and pass Ammonia Operator classes
Follow all company safety rules and regulations
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
All other duties as assigned by supervisor
Preferred
Previous production or maintenance experience
Meat processing experience
Food handling experience
2 year degree in refrigeration related field
Certification or refrigeration experience
Power equipment experience
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription
Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill Matching Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Company
Cargill
Cargill provides agricultural, food, bioindustrial, and risk management solutions across global supply chains and manufacturing sectors.
Founded in 1865
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
National Safety Council
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Brian Sikes
Board Chair and CEO
David MacLennan
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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2026-01-16
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