Refrigeration Technician (St Cloud)

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous retirement plan with 401(k) 5

401(k) match up to 15%

Medical insurance with 75% premiums

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid sick leave and bereavement leave

Jury duty leave

Employee referral bonus

Career advancement programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. seeks a Service Technician to repair, maintain and support industrial refrigeration equipment for customers nationwide.

You will work on ammonia and Freon systems, leveraging knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors and electrical controls to perform inspections and preventative maintenance. The role follows a 10‑day tour schedule with 50–60 hours weekly, and a pay range of $30–$60 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in supermarket/rack/industrial refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of controls and electric (high and low voltage).
• Universal EPA certification.
• Motor alignment experience.
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred.
• Tobacco-free workplace; drug and MVR screenings required.
• Safety sensitive position with pre-employment and regular drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance support of industrial refrigeration equipment for customers.
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon equipment.
• Inspect and maintain screw and reciprocal compressors, and control/alarm systems.
• Adhere to all safety policies and governing requirements.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Universal EPA certification

RETA 1/2 certification

Tools

Ammonia refrigeration systems

Freon refrigeration systems

HVAC electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Service Technician

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is the leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, delivering custom engineered systems utilizing natural refrigerants such as ammonia and CO₂. Through a fully integrated approach encompassing engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, nationwide service, and advanced aftermarket solutions, Innovative supports customers across the food and beverage, cold storage, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure markets throughout North America and around the world.

Unlike traditional engineering firms, contractors, or equipment suppliers, Innovative performs engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, service, and ongoing customer support entirely in-house. This integrated model provides employees the opportunity to support projects throughout the complete lifecycle, from concept and design through manufacturing, installation, startup, operation, optimization, modernization, and long-term system support.

Job Role:

A traveling Service Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance, & support of industrial refrigeration equipment for our valued customers. A working knowledge of commercial & industrial refrigeration and electrical controls is required to be successful in this role.

Schedule:

This position follows a 10-day tour schedule, traveling from Tuesday through the following week's Thursday, with every other Friday through Monday off, typically working 50-60 hours per week.

Pay:

$30-$60/hour, dependent on experience

Key Duties

• Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts in food and beverage and refrigerated storage equipment ranging from 100 HP to 5,000 HP
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications
• Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required
• Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures and governing requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' of relevant experience required (supermarket/rack/industrial refrigeration systems)
• Knowledge of controls and electric (high and low voltage)
• Universal EPA certification
• Motor alignment experience
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred
• Company is a tobacco-free workplace and, as such, no tobacco products are allowed during the workday on the jobsite(s).
• Position requires a pre-employment drug screening, felony screening, and motor vehicle record screening
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, we provide a comprehensive and employee-focused benefits package designed to support your financial security, health, and work-life balance:

• Generous retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15%
• 401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%
• Medical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered by the company
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Weekly pay
• Competitive paid vacation and holiday time
• Paid sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, training, and apprenticeship programs
• Access to employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicle rentals, and other eligible services

If you are driven to succeed and want to be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the industry,