Refrigeration Technician II — Cold Storage

Americold Logistics LLC; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a skilled refrigeration technician to maintain and repair warehouse systems in a demanding cold-storage environment. You will diagnose issues, perform calibrations, and carry out lockout procedures to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role requires experience with ammonia refrigeration and control systems, completion of relevant courses, and HAZMAT certification. Physical ability to work in extreme temperatures and heights is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial refrigeration maintenance experience OR 3 years industrial maintenance experience with RETA, Garden City, or EPA Universal.
• Completion of assigned industrial refrigeration and maintenance courses.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair ALTA and Allen Bradley control systems.
• Must complete HAZMAT training and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and adjust refrigeration systems throughout the warehouse.
• Monitor performance and identify when systems are not operating correctly.
• Replace components following lockout/tagout procedures and standards.
• Perform pump-out and evacuate refrigerant for valve replacement or repair.
• Conduct routine maintenance on warehouse equipment per OSHA standards.
• Test, calibrate, and evaluate equipment; inspect work for specs and safety.
• Inspect completed work for compliance with blueprints and safety standards.
• Maintain preventive maintenance records and keep work areas clean.
• Work flexible shifts, including on call as required.
• Other essential duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration maintenance

Troubleshooting control systems

Equipment testing and calibration

Education

High school diploma or GED

RETA / Garden City / EPA Universal certification

Tools

ALTA

Allen Bradley

Job description

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a skilled refrigeration technician to maintain and repair warehouse systems in a demanding cold-storage environment. You will diagnose issues, perform calibrations, and carry out lockout procedures to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The role requires experience with ammonia refrigeration and control systems, completion of relevant courses, and HAZMAT certification. Physical ability to work in extreme temperatures and heights is essential.