Refrigeration Technician Jobs

Refrigeration Technician jobs are open across commercial food service, HVAC, cold storage, and industrial manufacturing, from entry-level helper roles to lead technician and service supervisor positions, with specializations in commercial refrigeration, industrial ammonia systems, and HVAC-R. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles901+
Top stateFlorida
Top employerSears Home Services
Top cityOrlando, FL
Work type95% On-site
Top industryFood

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Tractor Trailer Refrigeration Technician
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Tractor Trailer Refrigeration Technician
Fleet Repair Solutions
Castle Rock, Colorado
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
51-200

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Service Technician - Refrigeration
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Service Technician - Refrigeration
ComforTemp
Willowbrook, Illinois
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$35 - $50/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Refrigeration Technician Apprentice / Helper
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Refrigeration Technician Apprentice / Helper
B&G Refrigeration Co. Inc.
Saint Augustine, Florida
HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site

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Industrial Refrigeration Technician
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Industrial Refrigeration Technician
EMCOR
West Sacramento, California
HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
10,000+

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Experienced Refrigeration Technician
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Experienced Refrigeration Technician
Sac Ice
Sacramento, California
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$25 - $45/hr
EPA Refrigeration Certification

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Refrigeration Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Sears Home Services120
  • Walmart106
  • Nextech59
  • CoolSys52
  • Smart Care Solutions17

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Manufacturing
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Agriculture & Farming

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in refrigeration technician jobs.

  • EPA Section 608 certification, Type II or Universal, required
  • Experience diagnosing and repairing commercial refrigeration systems
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record for field service routes
  • Proficiency with digital manifold gauges and leak detection equipment
  • High school diploma or GED plus vocational or apprenticeship training preferred

Tips for Your Refrigeration Technician Job Search

List certifications before job duties

Employers scan for EPA 608 certification type first, so put it at the top of your resume under a dedicated certifications section. If you hold Section 608 Universal, say so explicitly rather than listing it under skills or burying it in a job description.

Tailor your resume to refrigerant types

Postings for industrial roles often specify ammonia or CO2 experience separately from HFC work. Match the refrigerant types you've actually worked with to the language in each job posting so your application clears automated screening.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists refrigeration technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that list on-call expectations

Many refrigeration technician roles require after-hours emergency response for equipment failures. Reading the on-call and travel requirements carefully before applying saves you from accepting a role whose schedule doesn't match your situation.

Prepare a practical troubleshooting example

Interviewers in this field routinely ask you to walk through diagnosing a specific failure, such as a compressor not reaching suction pressure or a condenser running hot. Have one real example ready with the symptom, your diagnostic steps, and the fix.

Negotiate based on refrigerant certification level

Technicians holding EPA 608 Universal consistently command higher starting rates than those with Type I or II only. If you've recently upgraded your certification, raise that point directly in the offer conversation rather than waiting for the employer to ask.

Refrigeration Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most refrigeration technicians?

The most active employers for refrigeration technicians right now are Sears Home Services, Walmart, and Nextech, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in food retail chains, cold storage operators, and commercial HVAC-R service contractors.

How many refrigeration technician jobs are remote?

About 5% of refrigeration technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most work requires hands-on equipment access at customer sites. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work include technical support specialist roles, refrigeration system design, and remote monitoring for facilities with connected equipment.

How do you become a refrigeration technician?

Most refrigeration technicians start with a vocational program or apprenticeship covering refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, and refrigerant handling. You'll need to pass the EPA Section 608 exam before legally handling refrigerants. From there, entry-level helper or apprentice roles build the hands-on diagnostic experience that employers require for full technician positions.

Can you get hired as a refrigeration technician with little experience?

Yes, many employers hire entry-level candidates into helper or apprentice roles alongside certified technicians. Holding an EPA 608 certification before you apply signals readiness even without field hours. Vocational school graduates who can demonstrate basic electrical troubleshooting and refrigerant cycle knowledge are competitive for these trainee-track openings.

What does the refrigeration technician interview process look like?

Most interviews include a phone screen focused on certifications and availability for on-call shifts, followed by an in-person or video interview with a service manager. Expect at least one practical scenario question asking you to walk through diagnosing a system fault. Some employers add a brief hands-on skills assessment or a ride-along with a senior technician before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to refrigeration technician jobs?

You can find and apply to refrigeration technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your certifications and experience level, and apply directly to each listing.

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