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8 of the Highest Paying Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic Jobs in 2024

The best Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic jobs can pay up to $100,000 per year.

There are a few types of Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic jobs on ZipRecruiter in the Manufacturing industry, and within the Food Manufacturing category. Some top paying Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic roles include Refrigeration Engineer, Refrigeration Lead, and Ammonia Refrigeration Technician. You can find Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic positions on ZipRecruiter matching a range of qualifications and experience levels. Most of the eight Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic jobs on this page pay at least $43,000 a year, with two having upper quadrant annual salaries over $73,812. If these highest paying Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic careers are not the right fit for you, explore more Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic jobs.

High Paying Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic Jobs

  • Refrigeration Engineer

    A refrigeration engineer specializes in the design and installation of refrigeration systems. As a refrigeration engineer, your responsibilities include planning and managing the phases of installing complex refrigeration systems for restaurants, medical facilities, warehouses, trucks, and trailers. You must determine what cooling system is needed and how best to design and implement that system to meet your customer's needs.

  • Refrigeration Lead

    Salary range: $60,000-$80,000 per year

    The majority of Refrigeration Lead salaries across the United States currently range between $60,000 (25th percentile) and $80,000 (75th percentile) annually. This moderate range of salaries suggests pay in this role will be consistent, regardless skill level, location and years of experience, though some advancement is possible. Based on recent job posting activity on ZipRecruiter, the Refrigeration Lead job market in the United States is not very active as few companies are currently hiring for this role. You can try exploring related titles to find jobs with more active opportunities.

  • Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

    As an ammonia refrigeration technician, your responsibilities include the operation, inspection, and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration and freezer equipment, such as pumps, condensers, compressors evaporators, valves, purgers, and other utility system components. You are expected to control water treatment systems and their required chemicals, pump out, disassemble, repair, and reassemble many kinds of refrigeration equipment, keep up with the production schedule, and adhere to safety procedures and operations. Other duties include replacing defective valves and fan motors, controlling equipment set points to meet customer needs, and removing ice buildup. You must complete daily reports for your supervisor and collaborate with various contractors, electricians, and pipefitters.

  • Refrigeration Installer

    Salary range: $43,000-$69,500 per year

    The majority of Refrigeration Installer salaries across the United States currently range between $43,000 (25th percentile) and $69,500 (75th percentile) annually. This moderate range of salaries suggests pay in this role will be consistent, regardless skill level, location and years of experience, though some advancement is possible. Based on recent job postings on ZipRecruiter, the Refrigeration Installer job market in the United States is somewhat active, with a few companies hiring.

  • Refrigeration Technician

    A refrigeration technician helps install, maintain, and repair different types of refrigeration systems, such as a refrigerator, ice machine, beverage dispenser, or refrigerated storage units. Your duties depend on whether you specialize in a specific type of system or technology, or provide more general installation and repair assistance. However, do not vary so widely, and include reading and understanding all manufacturer schematics and blueprints, installing units to specification, and repairing or upgrading systems when necessary.

  • Refrigeration Service Technician

    The majority of Refrigeration Service Technician salaries across the United States currently range between $53,000 (25th percentile) and $68,500 (75th percentile) annually. This moderate range of salaries suggests pay in this role will be consistent, regardless skill level, location and years of experience, though some advancement is possible. Based on recent job posting activity on ZipRecruiter, the Refrigeration Service Technician job market in the United States is not very active as few companies are currently hiring for this role. You can try exploring related titles to find jobs with more active opportunities.

  • Refrigeration Mechanic

    As a refrigeration mechanic, you install and maintain refrigeration systems for residential or commercial properties, such as homes, restaurants, or cold storage facilities. When installing new systems, you consult with customers or facilities managers to determine the scope of installation, budgets, and timetables for completion. Your duties during maintenance work may include performing scheduled checks, cleaning cooling systems, or replacing defective parts or materials, such as refrigerant coolant. You may work at a refrigeration company or as part of a larger construction or HVAC business.

  • Refrigeration Specialist

    The majority of Refrigeration Specialist salaries across the United States currently range between $49,500 (25th percentile) and $63,000 (75th percentile) annually. This moderate range of salaries suggests pay in this role will be consistent, regardless skill level, location and years of experience, though some advancement is possible. Based on recent job posting activity on ZipRecruiter, the Refrigeration Specialist job market in the United States is not very active as few companies are currently hiring for this role. You can try exploring related titles to find jobs with more active opportunities.