Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

Job summary

Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial refrigeration systems and related equipment, while monitoring performance and minimizing operational downtime. Coordinate with project managers, fabricators, and customers on service planning, documentation, upgrades, and retrofits, ensuring work meets safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Job details

Company Description Specialty Refrigeration Services is an industrial refrigeration and fabrication company providing reliable, purpose-built solutions for demanding industrial environments. The team specializes in the design, fabrication, installation, and support of systems for food production, cold storage, recreation, oil and gas, and custom equipment. With a strong focus on quality workmanship and practical design, the company delivers systems that perform in real-world operating conditions. From new installations and upgrades to custom fabrication and ongoing service, Specialty Refrigeration Services works closely with customers to prioritize safety, efficiency, reliability, and long-term performance. The company takes pride in combining technical expertise with hands-on fabrication capabilities to keep operations running safely and efficiently. Role Description The Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, AB. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial refrigeration systems and related equipment in food production, cold storage, and other industrial facilities. Day-to-day tasks include performing routine inspections, completing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and executing timely repairs to minimize downtime. The mechanic will read and interpret technical drawings and manuals, monitor system performance, and ensure all work meets safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Collaboration with project managers, fabricators, and customers to plan work, document service activities, and support system upgrades and retrofits is also part of the role. Qualifications Strong preventive maintenance and general maintenance & repair skills for industrial refrigeration and related mechanical systems. Proficiency in troubleshooting complex refrigeration, HVAC, and mechanical issues to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Solid understanding of electricity, including working safely with electrical components, controls, and instrumentation. Experience with HVAC systems, industrial refrigeration equipment, compressors, condensers, evaporators, and associated piping. Relevant trade certification (e.g., Refrigeration Mechanic, HVAC Technician) and/or apprenticeship completion; additional training in industrial refrigeration is an asset. Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including adherence to lockout/tagout procedures and applicable codes and standards. Ability to read technical drawings, P&IDs, and manufacturer documentation, and to maintain accurate service records. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and as part of a field service team. Valid driver’s license and willingness to work on customer sites, including occasional overtime or after-hours service as needed.

What you’ll do

Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial refrigeration systems and related equipment, while monitoring performance and minimizing operational downtime. Coordinate with project managers, fabricators, and customers on service planning, documentation, upgrades, and retrofits, ensuring work meets safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates should have relevant refrigeration mechanic or HVAC trade certification and/or completed apprenticeship, with industrial refrigeration training considered an asset. They need experience with refrigeration and HVAC equipment, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, safe work practices, technical documentation, and service records, as well as a valid driver’s license and willingness to work at customer sites and occasionally provide overtime or after-hours service.

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Industrial Refrigeration Installation
• Preventive Maintenance
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• HVAC Systems
• Refrigeration System Repair
• Compressors
• Condensers
• Evaporators
• Piping Systems
• Electrical Controls
• Instrumentation
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• P&ID Interpretation
• Lockout/Tagout
• Service Documentation

Job areas

• Trades
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Security & Safety