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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refrigeration Technician IV in the United States is $67,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.
However, a Refrigeration Technician IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Refrigeration Technician IV Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $72,390 | $6,033 | $1,392 | $35 |
| Average | $67,590 | $5,633 | $1,300 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,390 | $5,199 | $1,200 | $30 |
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A Refrigeration Technician IV's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Refrigeration Technician IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigeration Maintenance Technician I | 0-1 years | $56,690 |
| Refrigeration Maintenance Technician II | 1-3 years | $58,574 |
| Refrigeration Maintenance Technician III | 3-5 years | $61,308 |
| Refrigeration Technician IV | 5-7 years | $67,532 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Refrigeration Technician IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Refrigeration Technician IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $75,663. While startup companies pay approximate $64,009.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $64,009 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $67,697 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $73,066 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $75,663 |
For Refrigeration Technician IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Refrigeration Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Refrigeration Technician IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $84,488 | $41.0 | 25% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $81,108 | $39.0 | 20% |
| Healthcare | $77,728 | $37.0 | 15% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $74,349 | $36.0 | 10% |
| MFG Durable | $74,349 | $36.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Refrigeration Technician IV's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $72,390 | $6,033 | $1,392 | $35 |
| Average | $67,590 | $5,633 | $1,300 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,390 | $5,199 | $1,200 | $30 |
For a Refrigeration Technician IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Mechanical Equipment Maintenance Superintendent role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $81,990 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.
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The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Refrigeration Technician IV roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.
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