Ammonia Service Technician

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement plan with 401(k)

Medical insurance coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, offering engineered systems using natural refrigerants like ammonia and CO₂.

The travel-based Service Technician role supports customers nationwide with maintenance, repair, and ongoing support across critical markets. The position requires knowledge of commercial and industrial refrigeration, electrical controls, and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Universal EPA certification required.
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel nationwide on a 10 days on, 4 days off tour.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of industrial refrigeration equipment for food & beverage and refrigerated storage.
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon systems.
• Work with screw and reciprocating compressors and control/alarm systems.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures and governing requirements.
• Knowledge of controls and electric (high and low voltage) systems.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration knowledge

Electrical controls

Ammonia refrigeration

Safety compliance

Motor alignment experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical troubleshooting

Control/alarm systems

Screw and reciprocating compressors

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is the leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, delivering custom engineered systems utilizing natural refrigerants such as ammonia and CO₂. Through a fully integrated approach encompassing engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, nationwide service, and advanced aftermarket solutions, Innovative supports customers across the food and beverage, cold storage, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure markets throughout North America and around the world.

Job Role

A traveling Service Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance, & support of industrial refrigeration equipment for our valued customers. A working knowledge of commercial & industrial refrigeration and electrical controls is required to be successful in this role.

Schedule

This position follows a 10-day tour schedule, traveling from Tuesday through the following week's Thursday, with every other Friday through Monday off, typically working 50-60 hours per week.

Pay

$30-$60/hour, dependent on experience

Key Duties

• Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts in food and beverage and refrigerated storage equipment ranging from 100 HP to 5,000 HP
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications
• Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required
• Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures and governing requirements
• Knowledge of controls and electric (high and low voltage)

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate or have attained a GED, HVAC tech school preferred
• Universal EPA certification
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred
• Motor alignment experience a plus
• Company is a tobacco-free workplace and, as such, no tobacco products are allowed during the workday on the jobsite(s).
• Position requires a pre-employment drug screening, felony screening, and motor vehicle record screening
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing
• Travel nationwide on a 10 days on 4 days off tour schedule

Benefits

• Generous retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15%
• 401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%
• Medical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered by the company
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Weekly pay
• Competitive paid vacation and holiday time
• Paid sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, training, and apprenticeship programs
• Access to employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicle rentals, and other eligible services

If you are driven to succeed and want to be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the industry, apply today!