Job Information
ManpowerGroup Refrigerator Technician in Indianapolis, Indiana
Refrigeration Mechanic
Pay Rate: $28.00/hour
Shift Structure:
Training: 4–8 weeks on Shift 1 (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Permanent Assignment: Shift 2 (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
Job Summary
The Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and industrial refrigeration systems, including ammonia-based systems. This role ensures equipment reliability, operational safety, and compliance with GMP, OSHA, and EPA standards while supporting continuous plant operations.
Essential Functions
Ability to work scheduled shifts, assigned hours, and required overtime
Maintain consistent attendance to meet production demands
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical plans
Apply Planned Maintenance principles
Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills
Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Apply intermediate math skills
Use basic computer applications, including spreadsheets
Complete work orders and purchase requests accurately
Safely lift and move up to 75 lbs
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems, including ammonia and other refrigerants, in compliance with safety standards
Perform daily inspections and operational checks on all refrigeration systems and equipment
Lead and support the refrigeration team in task execution and issue resolution
Repair or replace boilers, ammonia systems, compressors, coolers, and HVAC equipment
Conduct scheduled maintenance on evaporators, condensers, and related systems
Clean and replace filters according to maintenance schedules
Monitor, clean, and repair plant systems (condensers, traps, filtration systems, etc.)
Requisition parts and supplies as needed
Maintain clean and safe work areas following company procedures
Complete all required documentation, logs, and checklists accurately and on time
Assist with machinery, wiring, piping repairs or modifications
Ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced refrigeration and HVAC troubleshooting skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to identify and resolve issues independently
Knowledge of plant safety policies and GMPs
Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Ability to obtain or maintain certifications, including:
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)
Confined Space Entry
Respirator use
HAZMAT training and team participation
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of refrigeration maintenance or related experience
Commercial HVAC experience required
Industrial refrigeration experience preferred
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.