Mid-Level Start-Up Technician, Service

Socket.dev; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Education/training

Benefits package

401(k) match

Bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

CoolSys is seeking Refrigeration Start-Up Technicians to ensure efficient, accurate startup of supermarket refrigeration, heating and ventilation equipment. You will work on EMS projects, perform full system start-ups, and lead small project tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate knows advanced solid state controls, energy management systems, and has Journeyman-level installation experience across electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in commercial refrigeration, especially parallel rack systems.
• EPA I and II Certification required; EMS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform evacuations of parallel racks after verifying pressure tests.
• Perform EMS wiring and programming for EMS systems from multiple manufacturers.
• Conduct full start-up of new parallel refrigeration systems and individual systems.
• Lead small projects such as single case and condenser changes.
• Assist EO projects including retro-commissioning and EMS upgrades.
• Coordinate with Service and Construction Managers to support stores and train others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Refrigeration

EMS systems

Electrical systems

Blueprint reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/vocational coursework

EPA I & II Certification

EMS Certification preferred

Tools

CPC EMS

Novar EMS

Danfoss EMS

Job description

Overview

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

• Competitive Compensation:Competitive pay between $30.00 hr - $72 hr range.
• Ongoing Education & Training:Access to state-of-the-art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match with 100% immediate vesting.
• Year-Round, Diverse Work:Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
• Extra Perks:Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Join us and advance your career while working with top-tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry!

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

Refrigeration Start-up Technicians are responsible for start-up of supermarket refrigeration, heating and ventilation equipment to ensure customer needs are met efficiently, accurately and on-time as well as assists with Energy Optimization (EO) projects. The ideal candidate should know advanced solid state controls; oil systems safety controls; mechanical sub-cooling; introduction to head pressure controls for energy reduction; introduction to energy management systems (EMS); refrigeration rack oil systems; advanced de-frost diagnosis; and single and parallel compressor system start-up in a supermarket environment. Technician must carry the skillset up of a Journeyman level which includes construction experience in performing installation of refrigeration systems including electrical, plumbing and fixtures. Technician will function as the subject matter expert for process, procedures, and projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs evacuations of parallel racks after verifying pressure tests.
• Performs all EMS wiring and programming for all manufactures of EMS systems.
• Performs full start-up of new parallel refrigeration systems and individual systems.
• Leads small projects such as single case and condenser change outs.
• Assists with EO projects which would include retro-commissioning of supermarkets for system performance or utility programs, EMS upgrades, leak detection upgrades, gas conversion projects.
• Works with local branch Service and Construction Managers between projects to assist in problematic stores, training for junior technicians and foreman, or other areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES:

• Expert knowledge of refrigeration, ice machines, and electrical systems.
• Expert knowledge of single systems, parallel racks systems, display cases and walk-ins.
• Ability to efficiently troubleshoot commercial and supermarket refrigeration equipment.
• Expert knowledge of EMS systems in supermarket applications for wiring and programming (CPC, Novar, Danfoss)
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with the customers, management, crew, and team.
• Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints on refrigeration, electrical and plumbing.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Good driving record.
• Travel, over-night, and overtime work as needed.
• Ability to organize and prioritize your own work schedule and the work schedules of others on short-term basis

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR LICENSES:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Course work at an accredited vocation technical or trade school.
• 3+ years of supermarket EMS systems.
• EMS Certification preferred.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in commercial refrigeration; especially experience with parallel rack systems.
• Experience and proficient knowledge of supermarket refrigeration.Environmental Protection Agency I and II Certification required.
• Valid Driver’s License required at all times.

Join Us

Today, there are 26 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands.Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth!

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Coolsysis an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristicsare encouraged to apply.

Pre-employment background screening (criminal andMVR for driving positions) anddrug testing arerequiredfor all positions.Coolsyswill consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.

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