Refrigeration Mechanic

6110 W Marginal Wy SW, Seattle, WA 98106, USA

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Alaska Marine Lines is looking for a Refrigeration Mechanic to maintain and repair our refrigerated containers at our terminal in Seattle. This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Our Refrigeration Mechanics can make anywhere between $37.00 – $56.51 an hour (
depending on skills and experience
) and work Monday – Friday with opportunities for overtime. We always have work to get done and can ensure you get 40 hours a week no matter the season.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Diagnose & repair refrigerated container systems using specialized tools and meters as well as hand & power tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and calibration of units.
• Perform brazing and soldering of both copper and brass components in the refrigeration system using oxy/acetylene torch.
• Diagnose and repair both high and low voltage electrical circuits using wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Upload software and download information from the units’ microprocessor and for generating repair orders and parts inventory in fleet maintenance program.
• Work with Shop Lead and Department Manager in maintaining adequate inventory of spare parts, materials, and tooling. Work with Purchasing Department in requisitioning items in the absence of Shop Lead and/or Department Manager.
• Learn and properly use the manufacturer’s service software with electronic equipment.
• Record daily repairs in M&R maintenance software.
• Own basic hand tools common to the trade and specifically an electrical meter, and be willing and able to acquire additional tooling as the position requires. Must be able to properly use and maintain company supplied tooling
• Able to meet forklift certification requirements.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Alaska two or more times a year as required for varied lengths of time.
• Attend and maintain required training.

• EPA certified type 2 or better for CFR required, Universal EPA preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Previous experience repairing Carrier or Star Cool refrigeration units a plus.

Health Insurance - medical, dental and vision with low employee contributions

Health Insurance for your family – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family

Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + additional extended leave paid time

Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in addition to PTO (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)

401(k) with company match + additional annual retirement contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you

Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you

Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement

Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)

Discretionary Bonus Program

Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews

Job Family 1500-Maintenance

Job Function Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer

6110 W Marginal Wy SW, Seattle, WA 98106, USA