Department: Maintenance

Location: Meat Processing Factory

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Manager

Position Summary

The HVAC Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of refrigeration and HVAC systems used in meat processing operations, including cold rooms, blast freezers, spiral freezers, chillers, evaporators, condensers, air handling units, and associated control systems. The role ensures continuous temperature control, food safety compliance, equipment reliability, and energy-efficient operation of refrigeration systems within the factory.

Key Responsibilities

Refrigeration & Freezer Maintenance

Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on:

Cold rooms

Freezers

Blast chillers and blast freezers

Spiral freezers

Refrigeration compressors

Condensing units

Evaporators

Cooling towers

Water chillers

Ice machines

Monitor and maintain refrigeration parameters including:

Suction pressure

Discharge pressure

Superheat

Subcooling

Compressor oil levels

Refrigerant charge

Troubleshoot temperature deviations and cooling inefficiencies.

Diagnose and repair refrigerant leaks, compressor faults, valve failures, sensor issues, and electrical/control problems.

Conduct defrost system inspections and maintenance.

HVAC System Responsibilities

Maintain HVAC systems in production areas, packaging rooms, laboratories, locker rooms, and utility areas.

Ensure proper air balance, ventilation, humidity control, and pressure differentials in hygienic processing areas.

Maintain:

AHUs

FCUs

Exhaust systems

Fresh air systems

Dehumidifiers

Air curtains

Monitor condensation issues and recommend corrective actions.

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure refrigeration systems comply with food safety and hygiene standards.

Support HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, BRC, and internal audit requirements.

Maintain required temperature records and maintenance documentation.

Ensure all refrigerants, oils, and chemicals are handled safely and according to regulations.

Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance activities.

Preventive Maintenance

Execute preventive maintenance schedules for refrigeration and HVAC systems.

Conduct inspections for:

Coil cleanliness

Fan motors

Bearings

Belts

Electrical connections

Insulation integrity

Drainage systems

Maintain spare parts inventory for critical refrigeration components.

Automation & Control Systems

Troubleshoot PLC-based refrigeration controls and temperature monitoring systems.

Calibrate:

Temperature sensors

Pressure transmitters

Controllers

Safety switches

Work with automation and electrical teams during system modifications and upgrades.

Safety Responsibilities

Follow all plant safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Handle refrigerants safely and prevent environmental release.

Respond immediately to refrigeration emergencies and freezer breakdowns.

Ensure safe operation of ammonia or Freon-based systems (if applicable).

Required Qualifications

Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in HVAC, Refrigeration, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.

Minimum 3–5 years of industrial refrigeration experience, preferably in meat or food processing industries.

Strong knowledge of:

Industrial refrigeration systems

Cold room operations

Freezer systems

Refrigeration controls

Defrost systems

Compressor maintenance

Experience with ammonia and/or Freon refrigeration systems preferred.

Ability to read electrical and refrigeration schematics.

Required Skills

Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.

Knowledge of food processing hygiene requirements.

Understanding of refrigeration cycles and thermodynamics.

Familiarity with PLC and control systems.

Good communication and reporting skills.

Ability to work under pressure during production breakdowns.

Preferred Experience

Experience in meat processing factories, poultry plants, or frozen food manufacturing facilities.

Experience with:

Spiral freezers

Smokehouses

Blast freezers

Refrigerated warehouses

Refrigeration compressor racks

Familiarity with energy-saving practices in refrigeration systems.

Working Conditions

Work in cold environments and freezer areas.

Availability for shift work, emergency calls, and weekend maintenance.

Exposure to industrial machinery, refrigeration gases, and wet processing environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Refrigeration system uptime

Freezer temperature stability

Breakdown response time

Preventive maintenance completion rate

Energy consumption optimization

Reduction in product temperature deviations

Compliance with food safety audits

Basic salary:1800 Food allowance: 200 Overtime will be provided.