Field Service Technician - Commercial Refrigeration

climateproscx; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Climate Pros seeks a Service Technician – Commercial Refrigeration to service supermarket refrigeration systems, walk-ins, display cases and rack systems. You will perform repairs, preventive maintenance, leak checks and inspections, working with union and non-union crews on customer sites.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and safe work practices, with on-call rotation and travel within the assigned area. Ongoing training supports skill development and advancement within the trade.

Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification, Universal required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of refrigeration principles.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong time management and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays per union rules.
• Valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting on commercial refrigeration systems including mechanical, electrical, and microprocessor components.
• Execute routine preventive maintenance, leak detection, and system performance evaluations.
• Provide professional service while interacting with customers and on-site team members.
• Provide accurate service documentation with notes, photos, and materials used for work orders.
• Follow safety protocols, lockout/tagout, and union jobsite requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work vehicle and workspace.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedules per union agreement.
• Travel as required to job sites within the service area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

EPA 608 Certification

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Time management

Shift flexibility

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Climate Pros seeks a Service Technician – Commercial Refrigeration to service supermarket refrigeration systems, walk-ins, display cases and rack systems. You will perform repairs, preventive maintenance, leak checks and inspections, working with union and non-union crews on customer sites.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and safe work practices, with on-call rotation and travel within the assigned area. Ongoing training supports skill development and advancement within the trade.