Commercial Refrigeration HVAC Lead Technician

Calldixie; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including 401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Ongoing training opportunities

Job summary

A leading HVAC company in Montgomery, Alabama, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to maintain and repair refrigeration equipment. Responsibilities include leading technicians, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, holds an EPA certification, and possesses strong communication skills. The role requires outdoor work in varying conditions and potential night or weekend shifts. Competitive benefits and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• EPA 2 or 3 required, Universal EPA preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a refrigeration technician preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair refrigeration equipment using HVAC skills.
• Lead and supervise HVAC/Refrigeration technicians.
• Monitor system performance and ensure optimal operation.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Comply with OSHA and EPA regulations.

Skills

Brazing

Soldering

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

• Comprehensive benefits: 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Ongoing training to develop your skills and advance your career
• Supportive, team-oriented culture built on integrity and accountability

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and repair refrigeration equipment and assets by utilizing commercial HVAC and Refrigeration skills and using hand tools, digital tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete jobs.
• Lead and supervise HVAC/Refrigeration technicians on service calls, installations, and maintenance projects.
• Define and set up ideal operational settings and parameters for all refrigeration equipment (i.e. superheat, regulators, pressure settings, defrost cycles, etc.)
• Proactively monitor system performance and take appropriate actions to ensure that the system is operating optimally.
• Pumps out/evacuate refrigerant as necessary for component level replacement and/or repair.
• Provide in depth troubleshooting of refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and controls systems to root cause and recommends corrective action
• Perform calibrations (slide valve, potentiometers, RTDs, pressure transducers, etc.)
• Replace components within the refrigeration’s system, with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with process safety management requirements.
• Ensures compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Environmental Protection Agency regulations and guidelines.
• Install and repair climate control systems, refrigeration units, and beverage equipment.
• Coordinate with dispatch and project managers to ensure efficient job scheduling
• Travel to job sites in the service area and work with dispatch to ensure the schedule is maintained and delays are properly communicated to the customer.
• Be available to work nights or weekends, on a rotating basis, to service emergency needs of our customers.
• Participate in company provided training opportunities on latest industry technology.
• Identify, report and educate clients on potential opportunities for additional business (newer system, service contracts, and additional services)
• Come in every day eager to learn and develop new skills

What We’re Looking For

• EPA 2 or 3 required, or Universal EPA preferred
• At least 3 years’ experience as a refrigeration technician preferred
• Brazing and soldering skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work outdoors, in heat and cold
• Ability to service walk-in coolers/freezers and ice machines
• You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; be able to push, pull, carry or maneuver heavier items (with additional manpower or appropriate devices); carry ladders; work from heights, work in small spaces.
• Ability to pass a drug test, physical fitness test, motor vehicle record check, and background check.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Passion for helping others. Present a professional, positive, and helpful attitude at all times