Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

Jobot; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Pension plan

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic in Tucson, AZ. You will serve as the subject-matter expert for ammonia (R-717) and CO₂ (R-744) systems, performing preventive maintenance, overhauls, and diagnostics to ensure maximum uptime and energy efficiency.

You will work in a union shop with extensive safety programs, advanced PLC controls, and a pipeline of industrial projects. A strong emphasis on mentorship and continuous training supports growth and long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Ammonia refrigeration experience (I & II) and RETA certifications are preferred.
• Experience with rotary screw compressors and related seals, bearings, rotors, and oil circuits.
• Familiarity with OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and IIAR standards is desired.
• Ability to read P&IDs and PLC control logic; universal EPA 608 preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on ammonia and CO₂ systems.
• Rebuild, align, and troubleshoot rotary screw compressors.
• Perform safe pump-downs, refrigerant charging, leak checks, and LOTO procedures.
• Analyze system performance data and adjust for efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain logs to support PSM/RMP and participate in PHAs and MOC.
• Mentor junior technicians and share best practices.

Skills

Rotary screw compressor maintenance

Reading electrical schematics & PLCs

Troubleshooting & preventive maint.

Systems data analysis

Safety compliance

Education

Ammonia Refrigeration I & II

RETA CARO/CIRO

EPA 608 Universal certification

Tools

Mycom compressor service

GEA/Grasso

Bitzer compressors

Job description

Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

$55 - $60 per hour | Tucson, AZ | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

For more than 70 years, we've been the Southwest's go-to partner for complex HVAC and industrial refrigeration projects. With 500+ employees across multiple states, our privately-owned firm combines the resources of a large contractor with the culture of a close-knit team. Continuous training, industry-leading safety programs, and a steady backlog of blue-chip customers mean you'll enjoy both stability and growth. If you thrive on solving challenging mechanical problems in essential facilities, from food processing to cold-storage logistics, this is the place to build a long-term career.

Why join us?

• Union pay scale ($55-$60/hr, overtime opportunities, and best-in-class benefits (medical, dental, vision, pension)
• Stable, long-tenured company with continuous pipeline of industrial projects
• Paid training, factory schools, and tuition reimbursement to advance your craft
• Strong safety record and fully funded PPE program
• Career paths into supervision, controls, and project management

Job Details

You'll be the subject-matter expert for high-horsepower ammonia (R-717) and CO₂ (R-744) refrigeration systems that keep mission-critical operations running 24/7. From preventive maintenance and compressor overhauls to PSM documentation and emergency response, you'll own the mechanical integrity of state-of-the-art packages featuring rotary screw compressors, evaporative condensers, and advanced PLC controls. Supported by a safety-first culture and a union workforce, you'll diagnose, repair, and optimize systems to deliver maximum uptime and energy efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on ammonia and CO₂ systems (compressors, condensers, evaporators, valves, controls).
• Rebuild, align, and troubleshoot rotary screw compressors, addressing seals, bearings, rotors, and oil circuits.
• Perform safe pump-downs, refrigerant charging, leak detection, and LOTO/line-break procedures.
• Analyze system performance data, adjusting parameters for capacity, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain detailed logs and work orders to support PSM/RMP programs and participate in PHAs, MOC, and emergency response.
• Mentor junior technicians and share best practices across the maintenance team.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ industrial refrigeration or mechanical experience with ammonia systems; CO₂ experience highly valued.
• Proven expertise in rotary screw compressor maintenance (Mycom, GEA/Grasso, Bitzer a plus).
• Ammonia Refrigeration I & II and/or RETA CARO/CIRO certification.
• Working knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and IIAR standards.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and PLC control logic; EPA 608 Universal preferred.

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