Technician - HVAC/R Refrigeration

About the role

Altec AIR is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to join our team in Broomfield, Colorado. This position plays a critical role in supporting the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of refrigeration and HVAC/R systems used in specialized mobile equipment. Work closely with engineers and production teams in a safety-focused environment.

For more than 70 years, Altec AIR has delivered compressed air treatment and air-pressurization solutions for telecommunications, fluid power, instrumentation, ozone generation, and other industrial OEM markets.

• Customer First
• Enjoyment of Work
• Family
• Financial Stability
• Integrity
• People Are Our Greatest Strength
• Quality
• Spiritual Development
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and service refrigeration and HVAC/R systems.
• Perform brazing, refrigeration piping, and basic electrical wiring.
• Operate refrigeration service equipment and diagnostic tools, including vacuum pumps, leak detectors, gauges, and electrical meters.
• Test and inspect systems to ensure quality, performance, and compliance with specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical instructions to assemble and modify components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems while supporting production and engineering teams.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental standards while maintaining a clean and productive work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Enrolled in or completed a trade school or technical training program in HVAC/R or a minimum of one year of HVAC/R experience.
• Working knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVAC/R equipment, and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot refrigeration systems ranging from approximately 1/6 ton to 15 tons.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Manufacturing or production environment experience.
• Experience working with pneumatic and electrical assemblies.
• Experience using vacuum pumps, leak detectors, electronic gauge/manifold sets, electrical testing equipment, and hand and power tools.

Pay

$25.88–$27.32 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; voluntary overtime may be available as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Traditional or Roth 401(k) options with company match.
• Vacation, holidays, and parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance.
• Employee assistance, mental health, and substance-use support.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and supplemental insurance options.
• Additional wellness programs and rewards.