AC & Refrigeration Mechanic​/Mechanic Refrigeration

Location: East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Position Title: AC & Refrigeration Mechanic

Work Area: Ipf Maint Serv Mechanical Area

Pay: $34.91 – $40.06 (upon meeting progression step requirements)

Benefits: Free comprehensive health care for you and your family; 10% contribution toward retirement; generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; paid holidays and vacation; retirement matching; healthcare packages; uniforms and safety boots; state‑of‑the‑art technology and tools; view of Spartan Stadium; safe, stable working environment.

Employment starts after application and is full‑time (90‑100%). Regular in‑person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.

Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities invites applications for an Air Conditioning (A/C) & Refrigeration Mechanic. The role involves all aspects of maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing chillers, air conditioning systems, and mechanical refrigeration equipment, as well as associated controls.

• Maintain large chillers that provide chilled water for air conditioning – 30%
• Maintain walk‑in coolers and freezers – 30%
• Work on rack refrigeration systems – 20%
• Maintain variable refrigerant flow and split air‑conditioning units – 10%
• Perform refrigeration tracking and documentation; communicate via email, training, meetings, and professional development – 10%

The position also includes interpreting blueprints, estimating time and material, stocking, maintaining, and operating a university service vehicle, and carrying an on‑call cell phone on a weekly rotating basis.

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Completion of an applicable trade‑specific Trades Helper program, approved apprenticeship, or associate degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Five years’ experience in commercial refrigeration and air‑conditioning installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, with the ability to independently perform duties.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• State of Michigan Contractor’s License with endorsements in refrigeration (#4) and Limited Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (#7) (to receive progression increases at and after six months).
• Expert knowledge of trade methods, materials, tools, safety precautions.
• Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations.
• Valid operator’s license.
• Must provide own tools.
• Frequent lifting 26 to 75 pounds; occasional lifting over 75 pounds.

State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor License with endorsements #4, #7, or #8, plus more than five years experience with large commercial systems, chillers, split systems, walk‑in coolers, freezers, growth chambers, and ammonia refrigeration systems. Experience with smaller systems (window A/C, refrigerators, ice machines), working with customers, other mechanics, and basic PC skills.

Strong technical, problem‑solving, and communication skills; a lifelong learner focused on innovative solutions aligning with university goals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Resume (required).

Monday through Friday, first shift – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Duties may require after‑hours, weekend, and holiday work.

Carrying and hauling tools, materials, and trash between job sites; work from ladder, scaffolding, and other equipment.

Use of respirator; work in noisy areas (≥ 85 dB); potential exposure to lead, chemotherapy, formaldehyde, asbestos, refrigerants per Environmental Health and Safety.

Ends February 24, 2026 at 11:55 PM.