• Refrigeration Mechanic

    Aerotek (Avon, NY)


    Job Title: Refrigeration Mechanic** **Job Description

     

    We are seeking a skilled Refrigeration Mechanic to join our team. The role involves conducting maintenance and repairs of various facility systems including compressed air, HVAC, steam, and ammonia refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will operate facility ammonia refrigeration and steam systems, read and interpret sketches and operating instructions, and monitor systems via the Control Room SCADA system.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct maintenance and repairs of facility compressed air systems, rooftop HVAC, steam systems, and ammonia refrigeration systems.

    + Operate facility ammonia refrigeration systems and steam systems.

    + Read, interpret, and apply sketches, prints, and operating instructions.

    + Monitor heating and cooling systems via the Control Room SCADA system.

    + Complete building rounds multiple times per shift.

    + Work in extreme temperatures, including freezer environments and boiler rooms.

    + Adjust work schedule to accommodate 24/7 operations, including holidays.

    + Use hand and power tools and other instruments applicable to the trade.

    + Fabricate parts to perform maintenance repairs.

    + Perform basic diagnostic analysis of electrical circuits on all systems assigned.

    + Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in developing procedures and corrective actions.

    + Join the facility’s Emergency Response Team.

    + Complete other duties as assigned by management.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong understanding of refrigeration, steam generation, compressed air, and HVAC fields.

    + Experience in maintenance and preventive maintenance of industrial refrigeration equipment.

    + CFC Certification - Type I & Type II as defined by EPA, preferred.

    + Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs, climbing, and meeting other physical demands.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Third Class Stationary Engineer-Steam and R-4 Refrigeration Operator certifications preferred.

    + Training provided for Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO), Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO), and Process Safety Management Total Curriculum Signoff.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We invest in our Utilities employees to be the best in the industry by compensating for the cost of obtaining City of Rochester Steam and Refrigeration Licenses. Employees also have the opportunity to attend job-related training seminars with industry-recognized affiliates such as RETA or IIAR. Enjoy competitive health, vision, and dental benefits, a company match 401(k) plan, company-paid short-term disability benefits, company-provided uniforms, and an annual tool allowance.

    Work Environment

    The work environment includes shift schedules with training during the day shift for 3 to 4 weeks. Available shifts include 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm, 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm with a shift differential, and 3rd Shift Monday-Friday 10pm-6:30am with a higher shift differential. Candidates must be open to working weekends and overtime as needed. Additional compensation is available with City of Rochester Steam and Refrigeration Licenses.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Avon, NY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $69326.00 - $74526.00/yr.

     

    Opportunities for growth

    Ability to Cross Train

    -Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits

    -Company match 401(k) Plan

    -Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits.

    -Company-provided uniforms and work boots.($175/yr)

    -Company-provided tool allowance($500/yr)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Avon,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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.