EntryLevel Refrigeration Technician for Commercial Kitchen Appliance

KC Mechanical; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Company van provided

Gas card

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

A Vermont-based mechanical company is hiring an entry-level field technician to service and maintain commercial refrigeration systems. The role offers paid training and a competitive starting salary. Candidates should have a willingness to learn and a basic understanding of tools. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. This is a full-time W2 position with local work throughout Vermont.

Qualifications

• Dependable and mechanically inclined.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and push/pull specified weights.
• Comfort with tools and physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with servicing refrigeration systems.
• Install and maintain coolers and freezers.
• Local Vermont service area workload with company van provided.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Comfort working with tools

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Overview

KC Mechanical is Vermont’s leading expert in Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Repair, Installation, and Preventive Maintenance. We’ve proudly served restaurants, schools, and commercial kitchens for nearly 30 years across Chittenden, Lamoille, Washington, Franklin, Orange, and Addison Counties—and we’re still growing. We’re a locally owned business—big enough to offer great benefits and steady work, but small enough to care about every member of our team.

What the Role Involves

We’re hiring for an entry-level field technician position focused on commercial refrigeration systems. You’ll assist with servicing, installing, and maintaining coolers, freezers, walk-ins, and related refrigeration equipment. You don’t need experience in this exact trade—we’ll train the right person. A background in electrical, plumbing, mechanical work, or HVAC/R is helpful, but not required.

• Company van goes home with you – no need to commute to the shop daily
• Local work – travel throughout our Vermont service area
• Strong internal support – parts, scheduling, and admin are handled so you can focus on the work
• Clear path to grow your skills and career

What You’ll Need

• A great attitude and willingness to learn
• Comfort working with tools and solving technical problems
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift 60 lbs, push 100 lbs, and pull 50 lbs
• Basic hand tools (we can help you get started if needed)

Position Details

• Full-time W2 employment (not subcontracted)
• Paid training and on-the-job mentorship
• Competitive starting pay

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, HRA Account and Life Insurance
• Company van and heavy equipment provided
• Gas card + incidentals card
• Company-issued iPad, and uniform
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and floating holidays
• Overtime and on-call pay available

If you\'re dependable, mechanically inclined, and looking for a job where you can build a long-term career with real stability and support, KC Mechanical is the place to start.

Apply today and learn a refrigeration trade that keeps Vermont running.