Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education & Training

Benefits package

Quarterly bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems is seeking a skilled service technician to install, diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment. This role requires hands-on experience with HVAC/R systems, a valid EPA certification, and the ability to work independently in various grocery, hospitality, and retail environments.

The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits, with opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• EPA certification required or in process; related vocational training a plus.
• Minimum 3–4 years of commercial refrigeration experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul HVAC refrigeration equipment in commercial settings.
• Maintain and diagnose refrigeration, heating, and ventilation systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and timely service visits.
• Drive company vehicle and comply with safety policies.

Skills

HVAC/R knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED

EPA certification

Vocational/technical certification (plus)

Tools

Single systems experience

Rack systems experience

Display cases & walk-ins

Job description

Benefits

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees.

• Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state-of-the‑art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match with 100% immediate vesting.
• Year‑Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
• Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Overview

WHY COOLSYS?

Benefits

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces! As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

• Competitive Compensation: $30.00-$50.00 an hour.
• Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match with 100% immediate vesting.
• Year‑Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
• Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Join us and advance your career while working with top‑tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry!

Responsibilities

• Experience working on HVAC refrigeration equipment in convenience stores or supermarkets a strong plus.
• Familiarity with single systems and rack systems along with previous work on display cases and walk‑in boxes is very helpful.
• Must have a good driving record and be able to work independently.
• Emergency on‑call availability is a basic requirement.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. with no assistance and also be able to sit and/or stand for several hours at a time.
• Provides service to the customer base by repairing and overhauling equipment, such as compressors, water pumps, air handlers, electrical and mechanical control devices in a safe, efficient and timely manner that exceeds customers’ expectations
• Provides general repair work on refrigeration, heating and ventilation equipment, such as air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine equipment, water pumps, gas furnaces, compressors and electric motors in a safe and timely manner.
• Provides preventative maintenance activities for customers by diagnosing equipment malfunction and any operating deficiency of the mechanical equipment to ensure quality work performance for the customer base.
• Test malfunctioning systems and components using electrical and/or mechanical skills.
• Maintain legible corporate and personal records of work history.
• Provides department support by processing job tickets, work orders to the necessary department in a timely manner.
• Provides support by picking up, delivering and installing cases.
• Perform work on minor construction and remodeling projects including startups of new installations.
• Drives company vehicle in a safe manner.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• EPA certification.
• Certification from an accredited vocational‑technical or trade school a plus!
• Minimum 3-4 years of commercial refrigeration experience required.

Join Us

Today, there are 26 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth!

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Coolsys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics are encouraged to apply. Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing arerequiredfor all positions. Coolsys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.

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