Ammonia Technician

LOCATED IN SAN ANTONIO, TX

RELOCATION INCENTIVES OFFERED!!

Job Title: Ammonia Technician

Job Description

The Ammonia Technician will maintain, repair, and examine refrigeration systems within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and machine repairs. The role may involve exposure to chemicals and extreme temperatures while servicing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair refrigeration systems, including draining and pumping ammonia systems and replacing components as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot machinery to ensure optimal operation.
• Conduct regular rounds to check temperatures and pressures on various machinery.
• Monitor the cooling tower and boiler systems.
• Perform oil changes, replace seals, and conduct pump downs.
• Read and interpret drawings and ladder logic to troubleshoot with minimal documentation.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of hands-on ammonia experience in a manufacturing environment or an equivalent degree.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow wiring schematics for industrial wiring tasks.
• Knowledge of AC & DC circuits and high voltage (480) systems.
• Experience with PSM programs and gauging/testing on ammonia.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where you can apply and expand your technical skills in a supportive environment. Enjoy the flexibility of a first-shift schedule with occasional weekends, and take advantage of opportunities for professional growth.

Work Environment

The work environment can be hot and loud, requiring technicians to be on their feet most of the day. The role requires the ability to lift 50 lbs independently. Technicians will work in a manufacturing setting with exposure to chemicals and varying temperatures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.