Commercial Refrigeration Tech – On-Call & Troubleshooting Pro

Smart Care Equipment Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care Equipment Solutions in Austin is seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and service walk-ins, ice machines, display cases, and other systems while prioritizing safety and customer communication.

Smart Care is a nationwide repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage

Qualifications

• Previous experience servicing commercial refrigeration systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to diagnose problems using meters, gauges, and other diagnostic equipment.
• EPA Section 608 certification required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to lift equipment and parts and work in confined spaces, hot/cold environments, and on ladders or lifts.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional nights, weekends, and emergency calls.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime and equipment failures.
• Work on walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-in units, ice machines, refrigerated display cases, prep tables, and other commercial refrigeration systems.
• Check refrigerant levels, locate leaks, and perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and charging as required.
• Troubleshoot compressors, condensers, evaporators, thermostats, controls, motors, fans, contactors, relays, and other system components.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Maintain accurate service records, including work performed, parts used, equipment condition, and recommended repairs.
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain equipment problems and recommended solutions.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, service vehicles, and inventory in good working condition.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, refrigerant regulations, and company policies.
• Respond to emergency service calls and after-hours requests when required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Customer service

Problem solving

Reading wiring diagrams

Safety awareness

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

HVAC/R certification or technical-school training

Tools

Meters and gauges

Electronic diagnostic equipment

Job description

Smart Care Equipment Solutions in Austin is seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and service walk-ins, ice machines, display cases, and other systems while prioritizing safety and customer communication.

Smart Care is a nationwide repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage