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Industrial Maintenance Technician III (Ammonia Refrigeration)

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Lineage

Tacoma, WA, USA
USD 28.56-48.17 / hour
Posted on Oct 21, 2025
Join the team that keeps Lineage running efficiently and safely!

At Lineage, our Maintenance Technicians play a key role in keeping our facilities operating smoothly. In this role, you’ll work with a variety of systems: mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration (including ammonia) to help maintain, repair, and improve the equipment that powers our cold storage operations.

What You’ll Do

  • Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and building systems—including plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration (ammonia).

  • Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance to keep refrigeration systems running safely and efficiently.

  • Troubleshoot and repair motors, wiring, and electrical or electronic components according to electrical codes and standards.

  • Maintain and repair building infrastructure and material-handling equipment.

  • Accurately complete daily work orders and log all tasks in our computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

  • Communicate maintenance updates, inspection results, and equipment needs with your team and leadership.

  • Support outside contractors as needed to ensure safety standards are met.

  • Safely operate motorized lifts and other equipment for inspections and maintenance.

What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years of mechanical experience maintaining motorized lifts, warehouse, processing, or manufacturing equipment (or a combination of experience and trade school).

  • 2+ years of experience in industrial refrigeration (ammonia, Freon, and/or CO₂).

  • Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills—you’ll work closely with both technical and non-technical team members.

  • Computer proficiency, especially in Word and Excel.

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs (18 kg) and work in various temperature environments—from -20°F in cold storage to 100°F in dry storage (with provided PPE).

  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends if needed.

  • Commitment to safety and following all company and regulatory standards.

  • Successful completion of Refrigeration Operator I (CARO) or equivalent certification within 6 months of hire.

Why Join Lineage?

You’ll be part of a team that values safety, teamwork, and growth. We provide hands-on training, opportunities to develop new technical skills, and a supportive environment where you can build a lasting career in industrial refrigeration and maintenance.

Pay Range:$28.56 - $48.17

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits


Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.