Commercial Rack Refrigeration Technician

EEC Acquisition, LLC; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care Solutions is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain and repair rack refrigeration systems for commercial and industrial clients across the United States. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, work with multiple refrigerants, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure peak performance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in rack systems, EPA certification, and a trade-school/apprenticeship background.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with rack refrigeration systems (commercial/industrial).
• Strong understanding of refrigeration principles and rack system troubleshooting.
• Apprenticeship or trade school background; EPA Certification required for refrigerants.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair rack refrigeration systems and components.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical issues and troubleshoot effectively.
• Perform preventive maintenance for optimal performance and longevity.
• Work with various refrigerants (R-22, R-404A, R-448A, CO2)
• Respond to service calls with timely repairs and minimal downtime.
• Test system functions and verify safe operation of components.
• Adhere to safety protocols and compliance requirements.
• Provide customer service and maintain positive client relationships.
• Maintain accurate service records and logs.
• Mentor junior technicians and assist on-call with emergencies.
• Occasionally work nights/weekends as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

Apprenticeship or trade school

EPA Certification

Tools

Rack refrigeration systems

Electrical troubleshooting

CO2 refrigeration knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair refrigeration rack systems, including related components like compressors, condensers, evaporators, and controls.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues within refrigeration rack systems.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on refrigeration equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Work with different refrigerants (e.g., R-22, R-404A, R-448A, R-449A, CO2) to ensure systems are operating safely and efficiently.
• Respond to service calls for refrigeration equipment, ensuring timely repairs and minimal downtime.
• Test and verify system functions to ensure all components are running efficiently.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure all tasks are performed in a safe and compliant manner.
• Provide customer service and maintain positive relationships with clients, offering solutions to their refrigeration needs.
• Maintain accurate service records, including time cards, job logs, and inventory reports.
• Work with a team of technicians, providing guidance and training to junior technicians and entry-level helpers when needed.
• Assist with on-call responsibilities for emergency service needs, including nights and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with rack refrigeration systems, including commercial and industrial systems.
• Strong understanding of refrigeration principles, including the installation and troubleshooting of rack systems.
• Technical training through an apprenticeship, trade school, or equivalent work experience.
• EPA Certification required for handling refrigerants.
• Must hold at least one of the following licenses: D1, D2, S1, or S2.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, managing service calls and job priorities.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and best practices when working with high-voltage electrical systems and pressurized refrigerants.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for complex refrigeration systems.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak seasons, including nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 70 lbs) and work in varying weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CO2 refrigeration systems and knowledge of energy-efficient technologies.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring schematics and control systems in refrigeration equipment.
• Experience with installation of refrigeration racks and related mechanical equipment.

About Smart Care

Smart Care Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC. Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC. Our strong reputation and leading customer service stems from our high-quality technician base, breadth of services and quick response times. We are OEM-agnostic with the ability to service more than 10,000 types of equipment - giving you a valuable, single source provider to all your kitchen and refrigeration equipment needs. As we continue to build upon our foundation of world class technicians and national coverage, it is centered around how to better serve our broad range of customers - from grocery to restaurants, from corporate dining to hospitality, from large entertainment venues to higher education, from cold storage to convenience stores, from healthcare to casinos.