Refrigeration Service Technician

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Are you a certified HVAC / Refrigeration Technician with strong experience working on heavy‑duty ice machines? The Arcticom Group Refrigeration (TAGR) is seeking journey‑level technicians for commercial service work in and around Houston.

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy commercial ice machines (cuber, flaker, nugget style) used in grocery, food service, and industrial settings.
• Troubleshoot and service mechanical and electrical components related to ice production equipment, including pumps, harvest systems, water systems, controls, and refrigeration circuits.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair additional refrigeration systems (self‑contained coolers/freezers, single systems, rack systems).
• Perform minor plumbing repairs related to ice machines and refrigeration equipment, including water supply lines, drain lines, cooling towers, and water‑cooled condensers.
• Inspect plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration systems to identify needed specifications and repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on ice machines (descaling, sanitizing, cleaning water circuits, replacing filters).
• Collaborate directly with store managers, food service teams, and directors to coordinate work.
• Quote repairs, recommending replacement when appropriate.
• Maintain proper van stock, tools, and safety equipment.

• Strong diagnostic ability specific to ice‑machine refrigeration circuits, water systems, and control systems.
• Good judgment in the use of materials and parts.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking during troubleshooting and repair.
• Professional communication skills with customers and internal teams.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with water, pumps, and high‑capacity refrigeration equipment.

• 2+ years of HVAC/R experience, including hands‑on work with commercial or industrial ice machines.
• Must be available for on‑call work as needed.
• Ability to pass a physical/drug screen, background investigation, and driving abstract as required.

• EPA license highly desired.
• 2–3 years of experience specifically with large commercial or industrial ice machines.
• Prior experience in grocery refrigeration or commercial HVAC/R highly desired.
• Related HVAC/R education or certifications preferred.

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