Mid Level Refrigeration Technician Jobs
Mid level refrigeration technician jobs go to technicians ready to own service calls and maintenance cycles end to end, troubleshoot complex system failures independently, and guide junior techs on the job. Roles are predominantly on-site across Manufacturing and Food & Beverage, with employers like Perdue, Mar-a-Lago Club, and Perfect Pour Draft hiring at this level now.
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HVAC and Refrigeration Technician
Location: Paterson, NJ, United States
Job Description
Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repair of all type of HVAC and Refrigeration Systems within the facility. Systems maintained include, but are not limited to, Air Handlers, Exhaust Fan, Package, Roof Top, Split Type Heating and Cooling System, Glycol, Chilled Water Systems, Hot Water, Steam Heating Systems etc. Maintains Pneumatic Controls, Building Automation System. Operate and monitors Pneumatic Tube System, Elevators and Fire Alarm System.
Qualifications
Work requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one but less than two years of basic technical or occupationally specific training in H.V.A.C. Refrigeration and five to seven years of previous work related experience. EPA Type 4 Certification required. Valid driver’s license with no pending violations and an acceptable driving record as stipulated by SJH policy and, if applicable, the SJH insurance carrier, for those required to drive a hospital vehicle.
About us
St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.
Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees over 20 hours a week)
- Competitive salary*
- Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
- 403b retirement plan options with company match**
- Health & Wellness*
- Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- PTO, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- LTD: Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance Options
-
Onsite Day care Program
-
Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.
403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.
Pay transparency: St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.
About the Team
St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures.
The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women’s health, imaging and pediatrics.
The nursing team at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession’s highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize™ - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.
Job Info
Job Identification: 20261467
Job Category: Support Services
Posting Date: 09/15/2026, 10:44 AM
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Night
Locations: St. Joseph's University Medical Center
Hourly Salary Range: 30.13 - 42.19
HVAC and Refrigeration Technician
Location: Paterson, NJ, United States
Job Description
Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repair of all type of HVAC and Refrigeration Systems within the facility. Systems maintained include, but are not limited to, Air Handlers, Exhaust Fan, Package, Roof Top, Split Type Heating and Cooling System, Glycol, Chilled Water Systems, Hot Water, Steam Heating Systems etc. Maintains Pneumatic Controls, Building Automation System. Operate and monitors Pneumatic Tube System, Elevators and Fire Alarm System.
Qualifications
Work requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one but less than two years of basic technical or occupationally specific training in H.V.A.C. Refrigeration and five to seven years of previous work related experience. EPA Type 4 Certification required. Valid driver’s license with no pending violations and an acceptable driving record as stipulated by SJH policy and, if applicable, the SJH insurance carrier, for those required to drive a hospital vehicle.
About us
St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.
Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees over 20 hours a week)
- Competitive salary*
- Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
- 403b retirement plan options with company match**
- Health & Wellness*
- Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- PTO, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- LTD: Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance Options
-
Onsite Day care Program
-
Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.
403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.
Pay transparency: St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.
About the Team
St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures.
The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women’s health, imaging and pediatrics.
The nursing team at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession’s highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize™ - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.
Job Info
Job Identification: 20261467
Job Category: Support Services
Posting Date: 09/15/2026, 10:44 AM
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Night
Locations: St. Joseph's University Medical Center
Hourly Salary Range: 30.13 - 42.19
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Mid Level Refrigeration Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level refrigeration technician job?
Highlight hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing commercial or industrial refrigeration systems without close supervision. Employers at this level want to see ownership of full service calls, familiarity with EPA 608 certification, and comfort working across refrigerant types. Lead your resume with specific equipment you have serviced, measurable outcomes like reduced downtime, and any mentoring or training you have provided to newer techs.
Which companies hire mid level refrigeration technicians?
Companies hiring mid level refrigeration technicians right now include Perdue, Mar-a-Lago Club, and Perfect Pour Draft, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of commercial HVACR contractors, food retail chains, cold storage operators, and facilities management firms that need technicians who can work independently on demanding systems.
Are there remote mid level refrigeration technician jobs?
Yes, though most refrigeration work is inherently on-site given the hands-on nature of the role. About 0% of mid level refrigeration technician openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve technical support, service coordination, or equipment monitoring roles rather than direct installation or repair work.
How do I move up to a mid level refrigeration technician role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means building a track of independent problem-solving across a range of systems, whether commercial coolers, walk-in freezers, or industrial process cooling. Employers look for technicians who have earned EPA 608 certification, deepened their knowledge of electrical diagnostics and refrigerant handling, and can point to projects they owned from initial diagnosis through to a verified repair without needing step-by-step direction.
Which industries hire the most mid level refrigeration technicians?
Mid Level refrigeration technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they operate temperature-controlled environments around the clock and need experienced technicians who can minimize equipment downtime and maintain compliance with food safety and environmental standards.