Maintenance Technician - Refrigeration and HVAC

Conagra Brands · Indianapolis, IN

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 1+ years
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 7 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Indianapolis, IN. You will independently operate, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial refrigeration and utility systems.

They ask for: 1+ years
Tools it names: Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC

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How this role compares

Against 70 other live reliability postings in Indiana.

Experience asked: Less than usual (1+ vs 4+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ PLC 52%
Team leadership 48%
Welding 38%
Root cause 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 1+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Conagra Brands
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This plant: Conagra Brands in Indianapolis

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Ingredients Required for Success

✓Meet all Refrigeration Technician I qualifications.
✓At least 1 year of HVAC or refrigeration experience .
✓EPA Section 608 Universal Certification: Internal candidates must have an active EPA Section 608 Universal Certification. External candidates must obtain EPA Section 608 Universal Certification within 6 months of entering the role. Company support will be provided. Candidates who do not obtain the certification within the required timeframe will move to the Refrigeration Technician I level.
✓Refrigeration Technician II Validation: Internal candidates must have completed Refrigeration Technician II validation. External candidates must complete Refrigeration Technician II validation within 6 months of entering the role. Candidates who do not complete the validation within the required timeframe will move to the Refrigeration Technician I level.
✓Pass the RETA CARO exam within 12 months of entering the role. Candidates who do not complete this requirement within the required timeframe will move to the Refrigeration Technician I level.
✓Demonstrated ability to perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) independently.
✓Basic electrical experience working with systems up to 240V .
✓Familiarity with PLC/VFD control systems and a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) .

Progression Path

Progression is based on 18–24 months , completion of RETA CARO , and demonstrated competence in safe system operation.

Anticipated Close Date: December 4, 2026

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

✓Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
✓Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
✓Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
✓Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

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Shift: 6:00 PM-6:00 AM

Hourly Rate: $32.92 an hour + $0.50 shift differential

Do You Have a Taste for Something Big?

As a Refrigeration Technician, you will independently operate, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial refrigeration and utility systems. You will operate ammonia refrigeration systems in accordance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements, resolve routine system issues, and support PSM documentation and compliance activities.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

•Monitoring Refrigeration Systems: Perform daily refrigeration rounds and document operating conditions.
•Performing Preventive Maintenance: Complete preventive maintenance and minor repairs on pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.
•Troubleshooting Equipment: Troubleshoot basic system faults and assist with emergency response drills.
•Supporting PSM Compliance: Participate in PSM documentation, Management of Change (MOC), and training updates.
•Maintaining Utility Systems: Support maintenance of air, steam, and glycol systems.
•Working Safely: Maintain good housekeeping practices and follow established safe work practices.

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.