Commercial Refrigeration Technician

At Kelso Building Services, we believe in empowering our team members with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed. You’ll be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction—and you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

As a Commercial Refrigeration Technician
, you will install, service, and maintain advanced refrigeration systems across supermarkets, convenience stores, food production facilities, and other commercial environments. You’ll ensure critical cooling equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.

• Lead complex refrigeration service and installation projects, providing technical direction and mentoring junior technicians.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial refrigeration equipment, including:
• Perform routine and emergency preventive maintenance, system checks, leak detection, and troubleshooting.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools, refrigerant management equipment, and electrical testing instruments to resolve system failures.
• Communicate with customers to explain findings, recommend solutions, and ensure high‑quality service delivery.
  
  Ensure full compliance with EPA regulations, safety standards, and local mechanical/electrical codes.
• Document all work performed, including service notes, parts usage, refrigerant tracking, and maintenance reports.

• Commercial refrigeration expertise required.
• Strong understanding of rack systems, case controls, defrost strategies, superheat/subcooling adjustments, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret refrigeration schematics, wiring diagrams, and control systems (Danfoss, CPC/Emerson, RDM, etc.).
• EPA Universal Certification required
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy equipment, work on rooftops, in walk‑ins, and in varying temperatures.
• Willingness to work after-hours, weekends, overtime, and rotating on‑call shifts, as refrigeration emergencies often occur outside normal hours.

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and professional development opportunities.