HVAC/R Technician: Supermarket Refrigeration & EMS Expert

gobravvo; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Pension and 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Year-round work

Job summary

gobravvo in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced HVAC/R Technician to join a national leader in commercial refrigeration and energy management. The role focuses on start-up, commissioning, and optimization of supermarket systems, requiring hands-on experience with parallel rack and EMS platforms.

You will work with a skilled team, receive ongoing training, and have opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional trade school coursework strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial refrigeration, including hands-on work with parallel rack systems (CO2 experience a plus).
• At least 3 years of experience with supermarket energy management systems (EMS); EMS certification preferred.
• Valid EPA Type I and II certifications.
• Journeyman-level installation skills in refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for supermarket refrigeration.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are mandatory.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays and overtime as required by project demands.
• Successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle record review, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Start up new supermarket parallel rack and individual refrigeration systems, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
• Evacuate parallel racks after verifying and documenting successful pressure tests.
• Wire and program Energy Management Systems (EMS), including CPC, Novar, and Danfoss platforms for advanced control and monitoring.
• Lead and execute small-scale projects such as case and condenser changeouts, contributing to system upgrades and reliability.
• Support energy optimization initiatives including retro-commissioning, EMS and leak detection upgrades, and gas conversions for sustainability.
• Assist various branches with troubleshooting and resolving issues at problem stores, providing expert-level technical support.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and foremen, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely completion of installations and adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and report on project progress as required.

Skills

HVAC/R expertise

Electrical systems

EMS programming

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school coursework

Tools

EMS software

Job description

gobravvo in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking an experienced HVAC/R Technician to join a national leader in commercial refrigeration and energy management. The role focuses on start-up, commissioning, and optimization of supermarket systems, requiring hands-on experience with parallel rack and EMS platforms.

You will work with a skilled team, receive ongoing training, and have opportunities for professional growth.