Start-Up Refrigeration Service Technician (Atlanta)

Kelso Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading HVAC solutions provider in Atlanta is looking for a Start-Up Refrigeration Service Technician. This role requires extensive travel across the Southeast to commission and optimize supermarket refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate brings over 5 years of commercial refrigeration service experience and holds an EPA Universal Certification. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial refrigeration service experience, including commissioning/start-up responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret complex schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to interpret complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and sequence of operations
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, gauges, digital reporting, and data logging
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Willingness to travel extensively and adapt to demanding project schedules

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and optimize refrigeration systems.
• Lead the start-up of refrigeration racks and equipment.
• Document commissioning data and performance benchmarks.
• Charge, evacuate, and tune refrigerant systems for optimal efficiency and performance
• Calibrate and verify EMS/BAS integration with refrigeration equipment
• Conduct full operational checks: electrical, mechanical, and controls verification
• Balance loads, confirm defrost cycles, and validate alarms and safety protections
• Document commissioning data, performance benchmarks, and turnover reports
• Act as primary field contact with clients, GC’s, and internal stakeholders during start-up
• Train store staff or client representatives on system operation where required

Skills

Commercial refrigeration service experience

Expertise with supermarket rack systems

Strong communication skills

Client-facing skills

Proficiency with diagnostic tools

Education

EPA Universal Certification

Job description

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Title: Start-Up Refrigeration Service Technician

• Employment type: Full-Time
• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Travel requirements: Extensive
• Key tags: Supermarket Start-Up | Service | Commissioning

Position Overview

We are seeking an advanced Start-Up Refrigeration Service Technician to commission, test, and optimize complex supermarket and commercial refrigeration systems. This role goes beyond traditional service work—you’ll be the final authority in bringing new refrigeration projects online, ensuring systems are safe, efficient, and performance-ready.

About The Company

DHR Mechanical Services is a trusted name in commercial refrigeration and HVAC solutions across the Southeast. Since 1997, we’ve delivered quality craftsmanship, safety, and long-term customer partnerships for supermarkets, warehouses, healthcare, hospitality, and more.

What You’ll Do

• Travel frequently out of town to project sites across the Southeast
• Work flexible shifts, including nights
• Lead the start-up and commissioning of supermarket refrigeration racks, walk-ins, display cases, and associated HVAC/R equipment
• Charge, evacuate, and tune refrigerant systems for optimal efficiency and performance
• Calibrate and verify EMS/BAS integration with refrigeration equipment
• Conduct full operational checks: electrical, mechanical, and controls verification
• Balance loads, confirm defrost cycles, and validate alarms and safety protections
• Document commissioning data, performance benchmarks, and turnover reports
• Act as primary field contact with clients, GC’s, and internal stakeholders during start-up
• Train store staff or client representatives on system operation where required

What You Bring

• 5+ years commercial refrigeration service experience, including commissioning/start-up responsibilities
• Strong expertise with supermarket rack systems, EMS/BAS controls, and VFDs
• EPA Universal Certification required
• Ability to interpret complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and sequence of operations
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, gauges, digital reporting, and data logging
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Willingness to travel extensively and adapt to demanding project schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 Years supermarket refrigeration experience, including commissioning/start-up responsibilities
• Prior commissioning/start-up role in supermarket refrigeration projects
• Factory training or certification on EMS/BAS platforms
• OSHA 10/30 certification
• Knowledge of energy efficiency best practices and refrigerant compliance regulations
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Why DHR Mechanical?

• Competitive pay & benefits
• Year-round, steady work with regional & national clients
• Career development opportunities and specialized training
• Work with an elite “start-up” team delivering mission-critical refrigeration projects
• Reputation for excellence, safety, and long-term growth

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here You Will Experience

• Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
• Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.