HVAC & Mechanical
Refrigeration Technician jobs
Refrigeration techs service walk-in coolers, freezers, ice machines and industrial refrigeration in grocery, food and cold storage.
- Typical US pay
- $48k–$100k /yr
- ≈ $23–$48/hr
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- Also called
- refrigeration tech, commercial refrigeration technician, ammonia technician, HVACR
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What does a refrigeration technician do?
- Repair compressors, condensers and evaporators
- Recover, evacuate and charge refrigerant
- Respond to emergency calls on critical systems
- Maintain ammonia or CO2 systems in industrial plants
Key skills
- EPA 608 Universal
- Commercial refrigeration
- Controls
- Brazing
- Ammonia systems
How to become a refrigeration technician
HVACR trade school or apprenticeship; RETA certification for industrial work.
Licensing & certifications
EPA 608 required; state refrigeration licenses in some states.
Frequently asked questions
How much do refrigeration technicians make?
Refrigeration Technicians in the US typically earn about $48k to $100k a year, depending on experience, location, specialty and union membership.
How do I become a refrigeration technician?
HVACR trade school or apprenticeship; RETA certification for industrial work.
Do refrigeration technicians need a license?
EPA 608 required; state refrigeration licenses in some states.
What other job titles are there for refrigeration technicians?
Common titles include refrigeration tech, commercial refrigeration technician, ammonia technician, HVACR.
Pay ranges are approximate US figures for entry-level through experienced workers and vary by region, union status and specialty.