Low Temperature Field Technician

Design Mechanical, Inc.; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

PTO

Paid holidays

Life insurance

STD/ LTD

AD&D

EAP

Job summary

Design Mechanical, Inc. in Louisville, CO is hiring a Low Temperature Field Technician to service industrial refrigeration systems in food & beverage, pharma, gas compression, and cold storage facilities.

The role emphasizes safety, service quality, and profitability with responsibilities across repair, maintenance, and system optimization. You’ll work on ammonia-based systems, perform preventative maintenance, and mentor apprentices while meeting OSHA/EPA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial refrigeration/HVAC/R experience.
• OSHA-10 certification within 6 months of hire.
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred.
• CARO and CIRO certification preferred.
• Universal EPA certification required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems from 100 hp to 5,000 hp.
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia refrigeration equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, and VFD/PLC components.
• Maintain truck and job boxes, and keep accurate inventory.
• Provide customer-focused service and detailed cost summaries for billing.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Time management

Safety compliance

Standby availability

Education

OSHA-10 certification

RETA 1&2

CARO/CIRO certification

Universal EPA certification

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design Mechanical, Inc. a Comfort Systems USA Company

In Colorado, we have two locations – Louisville, our corporate headquarters, and Breckenridge with a combined 400 employees. Locally, we are a small family environment, and nationally, as part of Comfort Systems USA, we are one the largest Mechanical Contractors with excellent benefits packages, competitive pay structures, career progression, and more.

Job Title: Low Temperature Field Technician

Department: Service

Reports to: Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt (Eligible for OT)

Location: Louisville, CO

Wage Range: $35-50/hourly

Benefits Included: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Matching 401K, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Company Paid Life & Voluntary Spouse & Child Insurance, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, PTO, Paid Holidays, voluntary additional insurances/benefits, and other great perks.

Overview

The Low Temperature Field Technician ensures the Safety of those we work with and around, the Quality of the services we provide, and the realization of our Profitability goals as it specifically relates to the service responsibility, repair, and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, gas compression plants, chemical plants, cold storage, and recreational ice rink facilities.

Every position at DMI has technical, financial, and Sales/Marketing components. The duties and responsibilities have been categorized under these headings.

Technical

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts in food and beverage and refrigerated storage equipment from 100 hp to 5,000 hp
• Perform routine and emergency service on Freon refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications
• Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting on all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required
• Knowledge of controls and electrical systems (high and low voltage)
• Mentor/train assisting apprentices
• Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures, and governing requirements
• Maintain and manage truck and job boxes in an accurate and neat manner, along with truck inventory
• Additional duties as assigned

Financial

• Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner

Sales & Marketing

• Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement
• Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with a detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes
• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades, and/or enhancements to existing equipment

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial refrigeration/HVAC/R experience.
• Working knowledge of reciprocating, screw compressors, and common types of industrial refrigeration and/or gas compression
• Working knowledge of single and 2 stage systems, various types of liquid overfeed systems
• Familiar with CPR, HPR, pumper drum, and dump tank feed system
• Electrical troubleshooting, starters, contacts, VFD’s and PLC control systems
• Installation and replacement of compressors, motors, and pumps
• Intermediate computer skills specific to Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to wear a respirator and pass a fit test
• Motor alignment experience
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified time frames
• Ability to read and interpret OSHA, EPA PSM, and RMP regulations
• Excellent verbal and communication skills and be comfortable in dealing with customers, suppliers, and co-workers
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
• Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical tests
• Must be available to be on stand‑by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays when required

Licenses Required/Preferred

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean MVR
• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred
• CARO and CIRO certification preferred
• Universal EPA certification required

Design Mechanical, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Design Mechanical, Inc. is not open to third‑party solicitation or resumes for our posted FTE positions. Resumes received from third‑party agencies that are unsolicited will be considered complimentary.