Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Technician - Sign-On Bonus

Nextechne; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Seasonal bonuses

Company vehicle

Home-based start day

Paid travel time

Tool allowance

Training & certification

Excellent benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nextech, America's largest HVAC/R service provider, is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Technician in Bakersfield, CA. You will install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring safety and reliability while delivering quality service.

Under the Area Service Manager, you will handle routine service, warranty work, and emergency repairs, with opportunities for professional growth, paid training, and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Proficient in reading schematics, work plans, diagnostic tools, refrigerant recovery equipment, and specialized instruments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced understanding of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration principles.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides the highest level of customer service, technical ability, and quality to our customers.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs most standard refrigeration units for commercial customers such as reach-in coolers and freezers, beverage dispensers, walk-in coolers and freezers and rack units.
• Diagnoses and repairs electronic, mechanical, and electrical components of the commercial refrigeration systems.
• Travels to job sites in assigned service area and works with assigned Dispatcher(s) to ensure schedule is maintained and delays are properly communicated to customers.
• Available to work nights and weekends on a rotating basis to address emergency service needs for customer.
• Maintains good working order of company vehicle, including cleaning and organizing, and washing vehicle a minimum of once per week.
• Maintains proper stock, parts, tools, and safety equipment upon arrival, including make, model, serial number, type of fuel, and pictures as necessary.
• Document details of services and parts provided to customers electronically through company-provided cell phone and/or iPad applications.
• Diagnoses a variety of service issues, obtains necessary replacement parts, calibrates systems according to manufacturer specifications, and clearly communicates the issue(s) and recommended solutions to the client.
• Participates in company-provided training opportunities and adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Identifies and reports potential opportunities for additional business to management.
• Follow all environmental regulations, including the handling and disposal of refrigerants, in accordance with EPA guidelines.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Refrigeration systems

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

EPA Certification

Industry Certification/License

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Refrigerant recovery equipment

iPad / mobile apps

Job description

Nextech, America's largest HVAC/R service provider, is seeking a Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Technician in Bakersfield, CA. You will install, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring safety and reliability while delivering quality service.

Under the Area Service Manager, you will handle routine service, warranty work, and emergency repairs, with opportunities for professional growth, paid training, and a company vehicle.