HVAC/R Technician

Yellowstone Local; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Gas card and phone

Tool account available

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Yellowstone Local is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support customer operations in Phoenix, AZ. You will service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia, industrial, and commercial refrigeration systems, diagnosing issues with specialized tools.

Requires 2–3 years HVACR/refrigeration experience and EPA 608 cert, with Universal EPA preferred or obtainable within 3 months. Company vehicle, gas card, insurance, and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in HVACR, commercial refrigeration, or related field.
• EPA 608 Certification is required.
• Universal EPA Certification preferred or obtainable within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia, industrial, and commercial refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues with testing equipment.
• Service compressors (reciprocating, scroll, rotary, screw) and related components.
• Install valves, wiring, and connect equipment to power sources.
• Travel to customer sites and respond to service calls as needed.

Skills

HVACR experience

Ammonia refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Education

EPA 608 Certification

Universal EPA Certification preferred

Tools

SimPRO

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent TDI Refrigeration, an industry leader in commercial and industrial refrigeration.

Bring your refrigeration skills to complex industrial systems where you can build specialized ammonia expertise, expand your certifications, and increase your earning potential.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive pay from $30.00 to $70.00 per hour, based on experience.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Company vehicle provided for field service work.

• Company provided gas card and phone.

• Tool account available.

• Medical insurance with 100% employee coverage and 70% dependent coverage.

• Dental and vision insurance.

• Retirement benefits.

• Health Savings Account.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid Time Off with a negotiable starting balance.

• Progressive pay increases for earning additional certifications and developing your technical expertise.

• Relocation assistance may be considered on a case by case basis.

• Stable, year round work supporting essential customer operations.

• Opportunities to build hands on experience across ammonia refrigeration, commercial refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, and advanced control systems.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Your existing HVACR or refrigeration experience can become the foundation for deeper expertise in ammonia refrigeration and industrial systems.

• Work alongside experienced refrigeration professionals focused on technical excellence, quality workmanship, safety, and reliability.

• Get exposure to compressors, refrigeration controls, automated control systems, PLCs, system commissioning, and industrial equipment.

• Take ownership of service work from initial troubleshooting and diagnosis through repair and completion.

• Build long term customer relationships while becoming a trusted technical resource in the field.

• Continue developing your skills through cross training, hands on experience, and certification opportunities.

• Grow your earning potential as you earn additional certifications and expand your technical capabilities.

• Join a team that values accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, and dependable work.

Your New Role

• Work as an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician supporting customer operations in Phoenix, Arizona.

• Service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, and commercial refrigeration systems.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues with specialized testing and diagnostic equipment.

• Service reciprocating, scroll, rotary, and screw compressors.

• Complete compressor rebuilds, motor alignments, shaft seal replacements, and preventative maintenance.

• Install and service expansion valves, control valves, and other refrigeration system components.

• Install wiring and connect refrigeration equipment to electrical power sources.

• Inspect and test refrigeration piping, systems, and components for leaks.

• Perform startup, commissioning, and system optimization for ammonia and synthetic refrigeration systems.

• Diagnose issues involving refrigeration control panels, PLCs, microprocessors, and automated control systems.

• Travel to customer locations and respond to service calls as needed.

• Complete work orders, timecards, service documentation, and customer records accurately using SimPRO.

• Generate purchase orders and maintain truck stock inventory.

• Keep your assigned service vehicle clean, organized, and properly stocked.

• Provide professional customer service while protecting customer confidentiality.

• Handle assignments independently while collaborating with the team to complete projects safely and efficiently.

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in HVACR, commercial refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, or a related field.

• EPA 608 Certification required.

• Universal EPA Certification preferred, or the ability to obtain it within the first three months of employment.

• Trade school education or equivalent hands on experience preferred.

• Previous ammonia refrigeration experience preferred but not required.

• CARO or CIRO RETA Certification preferred.

• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting refrigeration systems, compressors, motors, electrical components, and controls.

• Ability to complete compressor repairs, rebuilds, alignments, and preventative maintenance.

• Experience working with electrical and mechanical diagnostic equipment.

• Valid driver's license.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

• Willingness to work overtime and participate in on call schedules as needed.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to perform work in industrial environments involving refrigeration systems, machinery, varying weather conditions, and related equipment.

• Strong organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.

TDI Refrigeration is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #green