Refrigeration Start-up Technician - Commercial & Industrial

Responsibilities

• Start-up of supermarket refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment.
• Aid in Energy Optimization (EO) projects.
• Perform evacuations of parallel racks after verifying pressure tests.
• Perform all EMS wiring and programming for all manufacturers of EMS systems.
• Perform full start-up of new parallel refrigeration systems and individual systems.
• Lead small projects such as single case and condenser changeouts.
• Assist with EO projects which may include retro-commissioning of supermarkets for system performance or utility programs, EMS upgrades, leak detection upgrades, and gas conversion projects.
• Work with local branch Service and Construction Managers between projects.
• Train junior technicians and foremen.
• Assist in problematic stores as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Coursework at an accredited vocational-technical or trade school.
• 3+ years of supermarket EMS systems experience.
• EMS Certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial refrigeration, especially experience with parallel rack systems.
• CO2 a Plus.
• Experience and proficient knowledge of supermarket refrigeration.
• EPA I and II Certification required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required at all times.
• Good driving record.
• Solid working knowledge of the use of the Microsoft suite of applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Expert knowledge of refrigeration, ice machines, and electrical systems.
• Expert knowledge of single systems, parallel racks systems, display cases, and walk-ins.
• Ability to efficiently troubleshoot commercial and supermarket refrigeration equipment.
• Expert knowledge of EMS systems in supermarket applications for wiring and programming (CPC, Novar, Danfoss).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with customers, management, crew, and team.
• Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints on refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Travel, overnight, and overtime work as needed.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules and the work schedules of others on a short-term basis.