Refrigeration Technician

Job Description

Job Description

RQ Construction is looking for an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to join our Mechanical team and support mission-critical construction projects for the Department of Defense at Naval Station Mayport FL , with the expectation of occasional travel to project sites in surrounding areas.

If you're a skilled refrigeration professional who takes pride in quality workmanship, troubleshooting, and getting systems up and running right the first time, we want to hear from you!

Pay Range: $51.59 – $54.59/hour

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Company Cell Phone
• Company Gas Card
• Company Vehicle

• Install, test, commission, and troubleshoot commercial refrigeration systems.
• Install compressors, condensers, valves, controls, piping, and related components.
• Braze, solder, cut, thread, measure, and bend refrigerant piping.
• Perform pressure testing, leak detection, evacuation, refrigerant charging, and system testing.
• Test electrical circuits, controls, and refrigeration components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, refrigerant, and control-system issues.
• Read blueprints, mechanical drawings, refrigeration schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
• Perform refrigerant recovery and reclaiming in accordance with EPA Section 608 requirements.
• Work safely while following LOTO, PPE, hot-work, and jobsite requirements.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of commercial refrigeration installation and/or service experience.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems, piping, brazing, and commissioning.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and basic electronics.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification – Required.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification – Required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing for access to federal/military installations.

RQ Construction is a national Design-Build contractor delivering complex projects for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. With headquarters in Carlsbad, CA and regional operations across the country, our teams execute high-impact projects in locations including CA, WA, VA, NC, SC, FL, Puerto Rico, and Guantanamo Bay. Our backlog exceeds $1B, reflecting continued growth and long-term stability in the federal construction market.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).