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Aerotek Refrigeration Technician in Mesa, Arizona
Job Title: Refrigeration Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on building, installing, testing, and troubleshooting advanced refrigeration and HVAC systems in a modern, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. The Refrigeration Technician applies strong electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic skills to ensure refrigeration units, air-cooled chiller systems, and associated controls operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. The position involves hands-on work with compressors, motors, variable frequency drives, PLC control systems, and smart components that communicate via industrial protocols.
Responsibilities
Read, interpret, and work directly from electrical power wiring diagrams and wiring schematics to perform accurate installations and repairs.
Apply proper refrigerant charging methods, including determining the correct system charge during operation using superheat and subcooling measurements.
Build and test new refrigeration systems, including air-cooled chiller units, following engineering specifications and compliance schematics.
Install refrigeration units and PLC control systems, ensuring correct wiring, configuration, and integration with system controls.
Observe and test newly built systems to verify correct operation, performance, and safety before release.
Troubleshoot refrigeration equipment failures, including mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues, using systematic diagnostic methods.
Perform advanced operational troubleshooting that focuses on understanding system behavior and controls rather than only replacing components.
Work with various compressor types, including reciprocating, scroll, screw, and centrifugal compressors, to support installation, testing, and repair activities.
Handle different fan and motor types, such as AC single-phase, AC three-phase, DC, permanent magnet, and EC motors, including testing, operation, and basic troubleshooting.
Operate, program, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) for fans, pumps, and compressors as part of system control strategies.
Read and interpret blueprints and compliance schematics to guide assembly, installation, and repair work.
Replace worn seals, outer shells, and worn-out motors to restore equipment to proper operating condition.
Perform electrical circuit troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues in power and control circuits.
Charge, recover, and evacuate refrigerant systems using industry-standard tools, procedures, and safety practices.
Work with electronic refrigeration valves and associated controls, including setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.
Install, connect, and troubleshoot smart components and devices that communicate via Modbus or BACnet networks.
Support repair activities by installing software, updating settings, and testing units after maintenance or modifications.
Perform brazing and soldering tasks on refrigeration piping and components to ensure leak-free, durable joints.
Adhere to all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of refrigerants and electrical systems.
Collaborate with team members on the assembly line in a climate-controlled environment to meet production, quality, and reliability standards.
At entry level, assist technicians, perform basic maintenance and installations, and support limited troubleshooting tasks under supervision.
At certified technician level, independently perform service and repairs, troubleshoot refrigeration systems, and apply EPA-certified practices.
At higher level, provide expert troubleshooting and diagnostics, lead complex installations and service work, mentor junior technicians, and support field projects and engineering teams.
Essential Skills
Previous experience as a refrigeration technician, with 2+ years of hands-on experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED.
HVAC certification.
EPA certification for handling refrigerants (required at certified technician level).
Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems, including building and testing new systems and working with air-cooled chiller units.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical power wiring diagrams, wiring schematics, blueprints, and compliance schematics.
Solid understanding of refrigerant properties, including superheat and subcooling, and their significance in system operation.
Proficiency in proper refrigerant charging, recovery, and vacuum procedures using industry-standard methods.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical failures in refrigeration and HVAC systems.
Hands-on experience with compressor types such as reciprocating, scroll, screw, and centrifugal compressors.
Experience working with AC single-phase, AC three-phase, DC, permanent magnet, and EC motors, including troubleshooting and testing 3-phase motors.
Practical experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), including operation, basic programming, and troubleshooting.
Experience with electronic refrigeration valves and related control systems.
Ability to install and work with PLC control systems and refrigeration units.
Experience working with smart components that communicate via Modbus or BACnet, including wiring and network connections.
Advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills with a focus on root-cause analysis rather than part swapping.
Brazing and soldering skills for refrigeration piping and components.
Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team environment.
Physical ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb portable ladders as required.
Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination for precise mechanical and electrical work.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience installing, configuring, and testing units, including software-related setup and verification.
Experience in working on an assembly line in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Experience operating in a test lab environment or leading complex installations and service work (for High-level technicians).
Experience mentoring junior technicians and supporting field projects or engineering teams (for High-level technicians).
Familiarity with industry 4.0 technologies and modern, automated manufacturing systems.
Comfort working in a fast-growing, dynamic environment that values an entrepreneurial mindset.
Strong commitment to safety practices, including consistent use of personal protective equipment.
Ability to adapt to change and contribute positively to a diverse and inclusive team culture.
Why Work Here?
Join a fast-growing organization that invests in modern, state-of-the-art facilities and industry 4.0 technologies. Work in an air-conditioned, climate-controlled manufacturing environment that supports comfort and productivity. Benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, an employee assistance program, and paid time off. Be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and diversity-friendly team that values new ideas, embraces change, and recognizes entrepreneurial spirit. Contribute to a green industry transformation while working in a forward-looking environment that offers electric charging stations and opportunities for professional growth.
Work Environment
The role is based in a modern, state-of-the-art, air-conditioned manufacturing facility in a climate-controlled environment. Work takes place primarily on an assembly line, with exposure to advanced refrigeration, HVAC, and industry 4.0 technologies. The position involves standing and walking for extended periods, as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing portable ladders as needed. Technicians must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds and use tools that require good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination. Personal protective equipment is required and provided, and safety procedures are a core part of daily operations. The facility offers a clean, organized, and technology-driven workspace that supports efficient assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of refrigeration systems.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ 85212.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ 85212.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.