Refrigeration Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Universal EPA 608 Certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of refrigeration principles.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays based on union work rules and operational needs.
• Valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, push, pull, and lift components up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate tools, meters, ladders, and equipment required for refrigeration service work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial supermarket refrigeration, warehouse refrigeration, or large-scale cooling systems.
• Knowledge of energy-management and electronic control systems such as Novar, CPC, and Danfoss.
• Familiarity with rack controllers, defrost systems, and advanced refrigeration diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial refrigeration systems, including mechanical, electrical, and microprocessor-controlled components.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, leak detection, and system performance evaluations.
• Provide reliable, courteous, and professional service when interacting with customers and union and non-union personnel on job sites.
• Document assigned work orders accurately, including detailed notes, photos, and materials used.
• Follow safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and union jobsite requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work vehicle and workspace.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedules according to the union agreement.
• Travel as required to job sites within the assigned service area.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the classification as assigned.
• Comply with collective bargaining agreements, OSHA and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, and environmental and refrigerant-handling requirements.
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and union training credentials, such as EPA 608, OSHA, and safety certifications.
• Use required PPE and follow safe work practices on all jobsites.