Commercial Refrigeration Start-Up & Commissioning Technician

Duties

• Perform start-up, commissioning, and system optimization for commercial and industrial refrigeration systems
• Work hands-on with CO? (transcritical) and R290 (propane) refrigeration systems
• Support supermarket and food retail projects from installation through turnover
• Interface with supermarket EMS systems (basic programming, troubleshooting, monitoring)
• Verify system performance, pressures, controls, and safety prior to handoff
• Coordinate with install crews, project managers, and controls vendors during start-up
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues during commissioning
• Ensure all work complies with EPA, safety, and local code requirements
• Provide technical feedback to improve future installs and standards

• Strong construction background with experience in installing or repairing refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• 3+ years of commercial and/or industrial refrigeration experience (start-up experience strongly preferred)
• Hands-on familiarity with CO? and/or R290 systems (does not need to be expert-level, but must be real experience .
• Working knowledge of supermarket refrigeration systems
• Basic understanding of supermarket EMS platforms (monitoring, alarms, setpoints)
• Strong troubleshooting and commissioning mindset
• Comfortable working independently in the field
• EPA Certification (Required).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed
• Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems and HVAC/R industry standards.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters; comfortable working with electrical components.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.