🔧 Skilled Trades ↑ 8% growth · Faster than average

Refrigeration Mechanic / Commercial Refrigeration

Refrigeration mechanics specialize in commercial and industrial refrigeration systems — supermarket cases, cold storage warehouses, and process cooling. It's a niche within HVAC that commands higher pay and year-round demand.

$60,000 Median Salary
35K US Jobs
6 months–2 years Training
$3,000–$15,000 Typical Cost
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💰 Salary & Earning Potential

Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Figures represent national averages — local wages vary by state, city, and employer.

Entry Level
$42,000
Median
$60,000
Experienced
$85,000
Want your state's salary? Select a state below to see local wage data, demand, and training programs.

📈 Job Outlook

8%
Projected Growth (10yr)
Faster than average
35K
Total US Jobs
Active positions nationwide
EPA 608 Universal + state HVAC/R license
Required Credential
EPA 608 Universal + state HVAC/R license

🎓 Training & Education

Typical Program
HVAC/R Certificate with refrigeration focus
Program Length
6 months–2 years
Typical Tuition
$3,000–$15,000
Work Setting
Supermarkets, cold storage, breweries, food processing plants
🏆 Credential Required: EPA 608 Universal + state HVAC/R license

☀️ Day in the Life

A typical day as a Refrigeration Mechanic / Commercial Refrigeration involves working closely with clients and colleagues in a Supermarkets environment. You'll apply your training daily while building expertise and advancing your career.

⚖️ Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • ✅ Strong job security
  • ✅ Rewarding work
  • ✅ Clear career progression
  • ✅ Growing demand

Challenges

  • ⚠️ Can be physically demanding
  • ⚠️ May require ongoing certification
  • ⚠️ Entry-level wages vary by region

🗺️ Refrigeration Mechanic / Commercial Refrigeration by State

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