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Maintenance (Refrigeration Operations)


Job Location:

Tampa, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 35 - 40
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 LUIGIS 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 Technicianis responsible forthe maintenanceand operation of all HVACrefrigeration systems and plant packaging and production equipmentwithin the plant. The technicianis responsible forperforming all work as directed by theMaintenanceManagerand/or thePlantManager. The technician willmonitorand recognize maintenance issues and needs within the assigned territory and will ensuretimelyand efficient resolution for all service calls.This position will proactivelyseekto continuously improve the reliability and sustainability of allassociatedmechanical electrical HVAC and refrigeration systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform daily checks inspections on refrigeration system & components to verify proper operation
  • Make adjustments torefrigeration system as needed tomaintaincorrect &optimaloperation 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 acceptresponsibility and accountabilityensuringthat properprocedures are followed
  • Responsible foraccuratecompletion of checklists and record all associated data
  • Maintain a clean & safe work area

COMPETENCIES:

  • Mechanical aptitude electrical troubleshooting and current service skills.
  • PlumbingWelding and Fabrication
  • General Maintenance
  • Basic computer skills
  • Reading mechanical & electrical drawings
  • Customer relations interpersonal relationships teamrelationsand service.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Must be self-starter with the ability totake minimal directionto 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 periodfrom 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.
  • Strongdemonstratedmechanical aptitude.
  • Valid drivers license with an excellent driving record.
  • Abilityto pass a Background Check.

Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist

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Physical Activities

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Frequency

(N)Never (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Ascending or descending ladders stairs scaffolding rampspolesand the like.

O

Moving self indifferent positionstoaccomplishtasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

O

Remainingin a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

O

Moving aboutto accomplishtasks or moving from one worksite to another.

O

Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.

O

Communicating with others to exchange information.

O

Repeating motions that may include the wristshandsand/or fingers.

O

Operating machinery and/or power tools.

O

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

O

Environmental Conditions

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Frequency

Low temperatures.

O

High temperatures.

O

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

O

Noisy environments.

O

Hazardous conditions.

O

Poor ventilation.

O

Small and/or enclosed spaces.

O

Adverseenvironmental conditionsexpected.

O

Physical Demands

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Frequency

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

O

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

C

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

O

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

O

US Hourly Pay Range

$35 - $40 USD

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 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 veterans 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.


About Company

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Dippin' Dots is the product of a scientist with a sweet tooth. Experimenting with cryogenics in 1988, microbiologist and entrepreneur Curt Jones used liquid nitrogen to flash-freeze ice cream into tiny beads and named his creations Dippin' Dots. Today the company has a chain of more t ... View more

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