Industrial Refrigeration Technician — Optimize & Maintain Cold Systems

IR Pros; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IR Pros is seeking an Industrial Refrigeration Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair complex refrigeration systems. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and reliable uptime across ammonia and other refrigerants.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial refrigeration, EPA Universal Certification, and a strong ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and PLC-driven issues while coordinating with operations teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial refrigeration systems (ammonia, CO₂, Freon, or cascade).
• EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification required.
• RETA (Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association) certification preferred.
• Ammonia safety training and forklift certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service industrial refrigeration systems and components.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot ammonia and Freon-based systems.
• Repair faulty components including valves, motors, pumps, and wiring.
• Monitor pressures, oil levels, and overall system performance.
• Calibrate control systems and PLC-based monitoring; log data and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and ammonia handling safety guidelines.
• Train operators and junior technicians; coordinate with operations and maintenance teams.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC control systems

Documentation & communication

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training

Job description

IR Pros is seeking an Industrial Refrigeration Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair complex refrigeration systems. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and reliable uptime across ammonia and other refrigerants.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial refrigeration, EPA Universal Certification, and a strong ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and PLC-driven issues while coordinating with operations teams.