Columbus, Ohio Refrigeration Jobs

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Columbus, Ohio
Refrigeration Jobs in Columbus

Columbus work sits in the warehouses and plants strung along I-71 and the I-270 outer belt: distribution center racks, blast freezers, and processing floors, not storefront service calls. Ohio's statewide average of $61,000 puts you mid-pack nationally, though Columbus distribution and food-plant roles with on-call rotations typically pay above that. Ohio has no statewide refrigeration license, so EPA 608 certification plus local jurisdiction rules is what gets you working, though you should still check state license requirements before you commit.

Who's Hiring

Columbus Employers

Lineage Logistics Cold Storage

Large ammonia systems and engine rooms; this is where RETA certs and PSM experience move your pay.

Americold Cold Storage

Same industrial ammonia track as Lineage, with shift work and 24/7 coverage across the outer belt.

Bob Evans Food Plant

In-house plant maintenance where refrigeration sits alongside process equipment and utilities.

US Foods Distribution

Distribution-center racks, docks, and reach-in coolers keeping outbound orders at temp.

Nearby Hiring Hubs

Grove City, Reynoldsburg, Newark, Dublin, and Chillicothe all pull from the same tech pool, and a 30-minute commute out of the metro often means less traffic and the same wage.

Questions

Columbus FAQ

How much do refrigeration techs make in Columbus?

Ohio's statewide average is $61,000 per year, which lands mid-pack against other states. Columbus cold storage and food-plant roles with on-call and overtime generally sit above that average, since round-the-clock coverage is priced in.

Do I need a license to work refrigeration in Columbus?

EPA Section 608 is federal law and required anywhere you handle refrigerant. Ohio licenses HVAC and refrigeration contractors at the state level rather than issuing a technician license, so as a working tech you'll operate under an employer's license. [VERIFY: Ohio contractor-vs-technician license structure]

Can I get hired in Columbus with no experience?

Yes. Cold storage operators like Lineage and Americold and distribution centers like US Foods run steady helper and apprentice openings because turnover on nights and weekends is constant. Show up with EPA 608 and a clean driving record and you're a live candidate.

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