Marine HVAC/Refrigeration Technician

Accumar Marine; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Accumar Marine seeks a full-time marine HVAC and refrigeration technician to diagnose, service and install systems on power and sailing vessels across Southwest Florida. The role requires reading wiring diagrams, performing preventive maintenance, and communicating repair options to vessel owners.

Applicants should have practical HVAC or refrigeration experience, EPA 608 certification, and a valid driver’s license for mobile service.

Qualifications

• Practical HVAC or refrigeration service experience required.
• EPA Section 608 certification required before handling refrigerants.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation for mobile service.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot cooling faults, high-pressure shutdowns, seawater-flow problems, thermostat faults, compressors, pumps and electrical controls.
• Service and install self-contained, split-gas, chilled-water, cold-plate, and marine refrigeration equipment.
• Read wiring diagrams, refrigeration circuits and manufacturer service information before replacing parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance, system cleaning, leak checks and operational testing.
• Document findings clearly and explain repair options to vessel owners or captains.

Skills

HVAC diagnostics

Refrigeration service

Marine experience

Electrical controls

Troubleshooting

Education

Technical training

Job description

Diagnose, service, and install marine air-conditioning and refrigeration systems aboard power and sailing vessels throughout Southwest Florida.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot cooling faults, high-pressure shutdowns, seawater-flow problems, thermostat faults, compressors, pumps, and electrical controls.
• Service and install self-contained, split-gas, chilled-water, cold-plate, and marine refrigeration equipment.
• Read wiring diagrams, refrigeration circuits, and manufacturer service information before replacing parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance, system cleaning, leak checks, and operational testing.
• Document findings clearly and explain repair options to vessel owners or captains.

Qualifications:

• Practical HVAC or refrigeration diagnostic experience; marine experience is preferred but transferable commercial experience is considered.
• EPA Section 608 certification is required before independently handling regulated refrigerants; Accumar pays for approved certification training.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for mobile service across Southwest Florida.
• Ability to work safely aboard customer vessels, including confined machinery spaces when the assignment requires it.
• Professional communication, accurate job notes, and respect for customer vessels and marina rules.

Experience requirements: Practical HVAC or refrigeration service experience is required for independent technician assignments. Marine-specific training may be provided to a qualified commercial technician.

Education requirements: No specific degree is required. Relevant technical training and demonstrated ability are evaluated for the role.

Working hours: Full-time, year-round work. Service operations normally run Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with individual schedules coordinated around customer vessel appointments.

Compensation: This is a W-2, premium daily-rate position. The actual rate is discussed on the first call and is based on verified experience, certifications, demonstrated diagnostic ability, and technical skill.