HVAC/R Start-up Technician - Commercial & Industrial

CoolSys

$72K — $93K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Completion of coursework at an accredited vocational-technical or trade school.
  • 3+ years of experience with supermarket Energy Management Systems (EMS).
  • EMS Certification is preferred.
  • 5+ years in commercial refrigeration, particularly with parallel rack systems; CO2 experience is a plus.
  • EPA I and II Certification required.
  • Valid Driver's License with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Perform start-ups for supermarket refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment.
  • Conduct evacuations of parallel racks after pressure tests are verified.
  • Complete all EMS wiring and programming across various manufacturers' systems.
  • Lead small projects like case and condenser changeouts.
  • Assist with retro-commissioning and Energy Optimization projects.
  • Collaborate with Service and Construction Managers to support junior technicians and address store issues.
  • Execute additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with advanced refrigeration technologies.
  • Engage in diverse projects, including energy management and retro-commissioning.
  • Career growth potential within a family of brands.
  • Supportive environment for training and development of junior staff.
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsibilities

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 assist 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.

Technicians must carry the skillset of a Journeyman level which includes construction experience in performing installation of refrigeration systems including electrical, plumbing, and fixtures.

The technician will function as the subject matter expert for processes, procedures, and projects.
  • Performs evacuations of parallel racks after verifying pressure tests.
  • Performs all EMS wiring and programming for all manufacturers of EMS systems.
  • Performs full start-up of new parallel refrigeration systems and individual systems.
  • Lead small projects such as single case and condenser changeouts.
  • Assists with EO projects which would include retro-commissioning of supermarkets for system performance or utility programs, EMS upgrades, leak detection upgrades, and gas conversion projects.
  • Works with local branch Service and Construction Managers between projects to assist in problematic stores, training for junior technicians and foremen, or other areas as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Coursework at an accredited vocational-technical or trade school.
  • 3+ years of supermarket EMS systems.
  • EMS Certification preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in commercial refrigeration; especially experience with parallel rack systems *CO2 a Plus*
  • Experience and proficient knowledge of supermarket refrigeration.
  • EPA I and II Certification required.
  • Valid Driver's License is required at all times.
  • Good driving record.
  • Solid working knowledge of the use of the Microsoft suite of applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
  • 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.
  • Travel, overnight, and overtime work as needed.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize your work schedule and the work schedules of others on a short-term basis

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