Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Inabia Software & Consulting Inc. in Sterling, VA is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting of industrial refrigeration in a food manufacturing environment.

The candidate should have 2+ years of ammonia refrigeration experience and hold GCAP/RETA, EPA Type II, and HAZMAT training, with respirator fit test and pulmonary function testing requirements. This is a 6+ months contract with safety-focused responsibilities and documentation duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ammonia refrigeration experience in industrial & food manufacturing environments.
• GCAP or RETA ammonia refrigeration certification.
• EPA Type II certification.
• Must pass respirator fit test and pulmonary function test.
• Must complete a 24-hour HAZMAT training course.
• Working knowledge of general maintenance, electrical and electronic systems.
• Follow safety policies, GMPs, and PSM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, test, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, subsystems, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on ammonia refrigeration and utility systems.
• Operate and maintain spiral freezers.
• Maintain refrigeration and utility rooms per safety standards.
• Perform pump-down procedures for repairs.
• Document modifications, work orders, system changes, and logs (PSM-related).
• Maintain digital records for maintenance and ammonia systems.
• Conduct daily inspections and monitor temperatures and operating conditions.
• Perform chemical testing on boilers and condenser towers.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMPs, and SOPs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Maintenance or Refrigeration Manager.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Safety procedures (GMP/PSM)

Electrical/electronic systems

Independent work capability

Education

GCAP/RETA ammonia refrigeration certification

EPA Type II certification

HAZMAT training (24-hour)

Job description

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Location: Sterling, VA, USA

6+Months Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial refrigeration and utility systems in a food manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems, a strong understanding of industrial safety procedures, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of ammonia refrigeration experience in an industrial refrigeration and food manufacturing environment.

Must hold an ammonia refrigeration certification from GCAP or RETA.

Must hold an EPA Type II certification.

Must be able to pass a respirator fit test and pulmonary function test.

Must be able to complete a 24-hour hazardous materials (HAZMAT) training course.

Working knowledge of general maintenance, electrical systems, and electronic systems.

Ability to follow safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Operate, test, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, subsystems, and associated auxiliary equipment.

Perform preventive and planned maintenance on ammonia refrigeration and utility systems.

Operate and maintain spiral freezers.

Maintain refrigeration and utility rooms according to established operational and safety standards.

Perform or learn ammonia system pump‑down procedures required for repairing or replacing refrigeration components.

Complete required documentation, including PSM-related modifications, work orders, system changes, and refrigeration operating logs.

Maintain accurate digital records for maintenance, refrigeration operations, and ammonia systems.

Conduct daily inspections and monitor system temperatures and operating conditions.

Perform chemical testing on boilers and condenser towers.

Follow all safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMPs, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance or Refrigeration Manager.

Best Regards

Rohit Rawat

Delivery Manager