How to hire an ammonia refrigeration technician

How to hire an ammonia refrigeration technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step ammonia refrigeration technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an ammonia refrigeration technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new ammonia refrigeration technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your ammonia refrigeration technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an ammonia refrigeration technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An ammonia refrigeration technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, ammonia refrigeration technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of ammonia refrigeration technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Ammonia Refrigeration Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Ammonia Refrigeration Technician	Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers—often called heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technicians—work on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.	$19-37
   Lead Mechanic	A lead mechanic coordinates the teams of mechanics and ensures the timely completion of repairs. Lead mechanics supervise their subordinates, order mechanical parts, and inspect their work making sure that the standards are met... Show more	$19-35
   Industrial Mechanic	An industrial mechanic maintains and repairs equipment and any other industrial types of machinery in a factory. Industrial mechanics manage the operation of machinery like production machinery, packaging equipment, and conveying systems... Show more	$18-34

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • HVAC
   • Condensers
   • Preventive Maintenance
   • Safety Management
   • Evaporators
   • Refrigeration Equipment
   • OSHA
   • Reta
   • Ammonia Refrigeration System
   • Control Valves
   • EPA
   • Hand Tools
   • Ventilation
   • Industrial Refrigeration

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   Responsibilities:

   • Assist with and, on occasion, manage installation and modification of building HVAC/R systems.
   • Clean the HVAC condensers and evaporators units.
   • Maintain all ammonia compressors and evaporators and refrigeration equipment.
   • Maintain OSHA compliance throughout entire refrigeration area.
   • Trouble shoot an repair electrical on all equipment including Plc.
   • Implement the PSM program to APSM to accommodate per federal regulations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your ammonia refrigeration technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An ammonia refrigeration technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, ammonia refrigeration technicians' average salary in tennessee is 44% less than in connecticut.
   • Seniority. Entry-level ammonia refrigeration technicians earn 47% less than senior-level ammonia refrigeration technicians.
   • Certifications. An ammonia refrigeration technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an ammonia refrigeration technician's salary.

   Average ammonia refrigeration technician salary

   $56,255yearly

   $27.05 hourly rate

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   Entry-level ammonia refrigeration technician salary

   $41,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

4. Writing an ammonia refrigeration technician job description

   An ammonia refrigeration technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an ammonia refrigeration technician job description:

   Ammonia refrigeration technician job description example

   Maintenance employees provide quality problem-solving skills and execute the upkeep and repairs that pertain to the plant's utilizes and operating equipment. They coordinate preventative maintenance and assess emergency maintenance as needed. Maintenance employees must involve themselves in the identification of defects while partnering with production line management in rectifying potential problems as they arise. They must be able to openly communicate potential problems to the Maintenance and Production Line Management whenever they are unable to prevent or correct difficulties in the plant utilities and/or machinery.
   ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE OR EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR POSITION
   
   One or more of the following: All basic hand and power tools as well as computers, diagnostic equipment, lockout tag out (LOTO) equipment, any additional safety or personal protective equipment that is needed as well as any potential specialized equipment that is job specific.
   
   DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
   Maintenance Employees could perform, but not limited to, one or more of the following duties:
   Keep area clean and orderly.Coordinate all procedures related to a shutdown of the plant or emergency shutdown of individual pieces of facility equipment or machinery.Provide quality troubleshooting and coordinate repairs as needed.Provide upkeep and preventative maintenance to utilities, plant facility, and machinery as needed.Organize and coordinate work and demonstrate control of ammonia, steam, glycol, air, and water systems.Perform maintenance to refrigeration system in accordance with Process Safety Management guidelines.Maintain records on the preventative maintenance program for all systems.Perform necessary line changeovers, start-ups, and shutdowns.Perform job in a safe and efficient manner as directed by company procedures.Keep and maintain any record or statistical data as needed.Perform any other duties as assigned by Maintenance Management.
   
   OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   General labor and sanitary requirements involving normal motion patterns with low to average manual dexterity such as, but not limited to, the use of hand tool, reading of instruction manuals and blue prints, and working in tight and confined spaces and exposure to abnormal environmental conditions.
   
   QUALIFICATIONS
   Minimum qualifications for this position are as follows:
   Reading, writing, and math comprehension at 8th grade level.Ability to pass a drug and background check.Must pass PFT (Pulmonary function Test).Possess one (1) year minimum of trade or technical skill set, such as, but not limited to Welding, Electrical, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, or Machine Shop.
   
   PREFERRED
   Preferred qualification for this position are as follows, but not limited to:
   High School Diploma or equivalent (i.e. GED).Possession of State of Arkansas boiler License.Possess of Ammonia Refrigeration experience.
   
   MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK.
   MUST BE ABLE TO READ, WRITE, AND COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH.
   
   Our Benefits:
   
   We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
   Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
   
   Our Company:
   
   Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
   We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
   
   Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right ammonia refrigeration technician for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with ammonia refrigeration technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit ammonia refrigeration technicians who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your ammonia refrigeration technician job on Zippia to find and recruit ammonia refrigeration technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit ammonia refrigeration technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new ammonia refrigeration technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the ammonia refrigeration technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new ammonia refrigeration technician. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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