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Posted 20 July, 2026

Commercial Journeyman Refrigeration

CoolSys
Albany, NY, US Full Time

Job Description

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WHY COOLSYS?

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At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces! As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

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  • Competitive Compensation: $24-$40/hr, depending on direct experience
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  • Sign on Bonus: Up to $5,000 depending on experience
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  • Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and paid online training.
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  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match
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  • Year-Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
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  • Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.
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Join us and advance your career while working with top-tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry!

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JOB SUMMARY

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The Journeyman 1 - Refrigeration is responsible for installation of refrigeration systems following customer specifications, applicable building code and proper piping practices.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • Provides support on construction job by piping cooler boxes and refrigeration cases, including electrical wiring as required to complete the project.
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  • Provides the required installation of pipe hangers as directed by the foreman.
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  • Provides construction support by welding and slip hosing copper pipes, and assists the foreman as needed on the job.
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  • Provides support by handing cooler box coils and installing new supermarket refrigeration systems or remodeling existing supermarket refrigeration systems.
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  • Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
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  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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    OB REQUIREMENTS

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    Education / Training

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    • High school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience and trade or technical school classes.
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    • License as a Journeyman to meet state requirements.
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    Work Experience / Skills

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    • 4+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred and hands on field experience in commercial refrigeration, electrical and/or fixtures construction.
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    • Experience in copper brazing, market remodeling.
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    • Good driving record.
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    • Valid driver’s license.
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    • Knowledge of electrical systems and ability to wire installations.
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    • Knowledge of carpentry.
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    • Knowledge of refrigeration systems and piping of refrigeration equipment.
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    • Knowledge of plumbing and pipe fittings, and ability to pipe refrigeration equipment.
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    • Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints on refrigeration, electrical and plumbing.
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    • Ability to hang evaporation coils and install overhead hangers.
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    • Ability to use hand and power tools and good mechanical skills.
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    • Knowledge of jobsite safety, ability to oversee work activities to ensure safe work practices and safety rule compliance.
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