Refrigeration/Process Technician
Location: Field-based (Travel Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role
Are you a hands-on technician with a passion for refrigeration & compression systems and mechanical troubleshooting? We’re looking for a Field Service Refrigeration/Process Technician to join our team and play a key role in the maintenance and optimization of compression and process equipment that keep equipment running smoothly.
You’re not just looking for another job—you want to be part of a team that values your expertise, gives you room to grow, and trusts you to make a real impact. If you’ve got a knack for diagnosing complex systems and keeping things running smoothly, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As our Refrigeration/Process Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and optimizing refrigeration and process systems critical to our operations.
· Monitor and assess system performance using various meters and diagnostic tools
· Regulate valves based on technical requirements and fill systems with the appropriate refrigerant by injecting the designated gas or fluid
· Inspect piping, fittings, and equipment for potential leaks
· Disassemble faulty systems and evaluate components for issues
· Replace or adjust damaged or worn parts and reassemble systems following repairs
· Carry out mechanical repairs, including refrigerant recovery and servicing
· Interpret technical documents such as schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
· Maintain accurate documentation of all repairs, part replacements, and diagnostic findings
Must-haves
· 5+ years of hands-on experience with refrigeration systems (industrial, or process-focused)
· Strong mechanical aptitude with rotating equipment, valves, and compressors
· Willingness to work extended hours and adjust to changing schedules when needed
· A safety-first mindset and familiarity with safe work practices in field environments
· Willingness to Travel
· Journeyman ticket in mechanical trade
Nice-to-haves
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
· Ability to work independently with limited supervision
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Safety certifications (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, WHMIS)
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What you'll achieve:
· Maintain optimal performance and safety of refrigeration and process systems
· Minimize equipment downtime through timely diagnostics and proactive repairs
· Contribute to a safety-focused and technically skilled team
Growth and Development:
At Next Compression we're committed to your professional development and believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential. We foster a culture that encourages:
- Autonomy and Decision-Making: You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work and make meaningful decisions that impact your responsibilities.
- Open Communication and Collaboration: Your ideas and perspectives are valued, and you'll be encouraged to share your input and collaborate with colleagues across the organization.
- Continuous Learning: We support your professional growth through on-the-job learning, exposure to new challenges, and opportunities to develop your skills.
We Are What’s NEXT:
NEXT Compression continues to bring necessary change and strength to the global natural gas compression market. We promote values that put us in front of conflicts, and we advocate for our customers, our supply chain partners, and our own team. We are committed to understanding our customers’ needs and providing solutions. We are not perfect, but we are hungry for more and committed to succeeding the right way.
We design and package natural gas compression equipment, but we are not status quo and we are not scared of what’s next. We are what’s NEXT.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $40.00-$60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Experience:
- compression: 5 years (preferred)
- Industrial refrigeration systems: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Journeyman Ticket (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
