Light Commercial Refrigeration Tech - Bakery & Deli

RUI - Refrigeration Unlimited; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union pay and benefits

Year-round, steady work

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Refrigeration Unlimited Inc in the United States is seeking a Light Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician to support bakery and deli customers in and around Bellingham, WA. The role emphasizes diagnosing, servicing, and repairing equipment in active retail environments with self-contained and small remote systems, requiring strong troubleshooting and customer communication.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, refrigerant handling, and thorough service documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of light commercial refrigeration service experience.
• Experience with bakery, deli, grocery, or foodservice refrigeration equipment.
• Strong electrical and refrigeration troubleshooting skills.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service, and repair light commercial refrigeration equipment, including reach-in coolers/freezers, prep tables, bakery display cases, deli cases, and small walk-in coolers/freezers
• Diagnose refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical system issues and perform repairs efficiently
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure system reliability and food safety compliance
• Check refrigerant levels, pressures, superheat, and subcooling
• Replace compressors, evaporator and condenser fan motors, contactors, relays, and controls as needed
• Identify and repair refrigerant leaks in compliance with EPA regulationsSafely recover, evacuate, and charge refrigeration systems
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding repairs, recommendations, and equipment condition
• Complete service documentation accurately using mobile service platforms
• Maintain service vehicle, tools, and parts inventory
• Follow all company safety policies and jobsite procedures

Skills

Light commercial refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Customer service

On-call availability

EPA Universal Certification

Valid driver's license

Tools

Mobile service platforms

Digital dispatch systems

Job description

Refrigeration Unlimited Inc in the United States is seeking a Light Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician to support bakery and deli customers in and around Bellingham, WA. The role emphasizes diagnosing, servicing, and repairing equipment in active retail environments with self-contained and small remote systems, requiring strong troubleshooting and customer communication.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, refrigerant handling, and thorough service documentation.