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Technician - HVAC/R Refrigeration

Altec AIR is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to join our team in Broomfield, Colorado. This position plays a critical role in supporting the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of refrigeration and HVAC/R systems used in specialized mobile equipment. If you have hands-on experience with refrigeration systems, enjoy solving technical challenges, and want to work closely with engineers and production teams in a safety-focused environment, we encourage you to apply.

For more than 70 years, Altec AIR has delivered compressed air treatment and air-pressurization solutions for telecommunications, fluid power, instrumentation, ozone generation, and other industrial OEM markets.

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Enjoyment of Work
Family
Financial Stability
Integrity
People Are Our Greatest Strength
Quality
Spiritual Development
Teamwork

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and service refrigeration and HVACR systems.
Perform brazing, refrigeration piping, and basic electrical wiring.
Operate refrigeration service equipment and diagnostic tools, including vacuum pumps, leak detectors, gauges, and electrical meters.
Test and inspect systems to ensure quality, performance, and compliance with specifications.
Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical instructions to assemble and modify components.
Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems while supporting production and engineering teams.
Follow all safety, quality, and environmental standards while maintaining a clean and productive work environment.

Qualifications

Required

High School Diploma or GED.
Enrolled in or completed a trade school or technical training program in HVACR or a minimum of one year of HVACR experience.
Working knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVACR equipment, and electrical systems.
Ability to troubleshoot refrigeration systems ranging from approximately 1/6 ton to 15 tons.
Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.

Preferred

EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Manufacturing or production environment experience.
Experience working with pneumatic and electrical assemblies.
Experience using the following: Vacuum pumps, leak detectors, electronic gauge/manifold sets, electrical testing equipment, and hand and power tools

Compensation and Schedule

Pay range: $25.88–$27.32 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; voluntary overtime may be available as needed.

The job level may be adjusted at the time of hire when a candidate meets the qualifications for a more experienced level within the career path.

Application deadline: Initial review of applications will begin September 11, 2026. Applications received by that date will receive first consideration; the position will remain open until filled.

Apply at jobs.altec.com

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Traditional or Roth 401(k) options with company match
Vacation, holidays, and parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance
Employee assistance, mental health, and substance-use support
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and supplemental insurance options
Additional wellness programs and rewards

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.

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