Refrigeration Technician (Stockton)

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.

About the role

This traveling Service Technician role supports projects throughout the complete lifecycle—from concept and design through manufacturing, installation, startup, operation, optimization, modernization, and long-term system support. Technicians perform repair, maintenance, and support of industrial refrigeration equipment for customers in food and beverage, cold storage, and other industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts with 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 of all common types of ammonia central systems, and control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance
• Demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures, and governing requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (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; no tobacco products allowed during the workday on jobsites
• Pre-employment drug screening, felony screening, and motor vehicle record screening required
• Position is safety-sensitive and requires regular drug testing

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 works 50-60 hours per week.

Pay

$30-$60/hour, dependent on experience.

Benefits

• 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