Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Lineage Logistics • Brockport, NY

18h • $26 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

At Lineage, innovation and efficiency drive everything we do. We are seeking a Maintenance Technician III (Ammonia Refrigeration Technician) at the intermediate to advanced level to support the upkeep of our industrial cold storage facility and the essential equipment that keeps operations running. This hands-on role is perfect for technicians who take pride in precision, reliability, and compliance—performing regular testing, inspections, and adjustments to ensure every system operates to exact design and safety standards.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industrial refrigeration experience (ammonia, Freon, and/or CO₂); trade school or equivalent training preferred.
• 3+ years of mechanical/electrical maintenance experience in a warehouse, processing, or manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of electrical instrumentation, P&IDs, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills; able to convey technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Proficient in basic computer applications (Word, Excel, CMMS).
• Ability to work in extreme temperature environments (−20°F to 100°F) and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Flexible to work various shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• RETA, GCAP, or IIAR certifications such as CARO, CIRO, or Operator I/II are highly valued — or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and building systems to ensure optimal uptime and safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair ammonia compressors, condensers, evaporators, valves, and controls in compliance with all PSM/RMP and IIAR standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, performance testing, and calibration of refrigeration and electrical components to maintain system integrity and efficiency.
• Document all maintenance activities and parts usage in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Support and monitor contractors working on or near refrigeration systems, ensuring full adherence to company and regulatory safety protocols.
• Communicate system status, findings, and maintenance recommendations clearly to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed