Licensed Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician

LICENSED COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

ALLIED MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (AMS) - A SMART CARE SOLUTIONS COMPANY

D2/D1 Compensation: $50-$55 based off experience

S2/S1 Compensation: $55-60 based off experience

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration and HVAC equipment. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to providing high-quality service to customers.

What Will Your Day Look Like?

• Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime and equipment failures.
• Work on walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-in units, ice machines, refrigerated display cases, prep tables, and other commercial refrigeration systems.
• Check refrigerant levels, locate leaks, and perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and charging as required.
• Troubleshoot compressors, condensers, evaporators, thermostats, controls, motors, fans, contactors, relays, and other system components.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Maintain accurate service records, including work performed, parts used, equipment condition, and recommended repairs.
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain equipment problems and recommended solutions.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, service vehicles, and inventory in good working condition.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, refrigerant regulations, and company policies.
• Respond to emergency service calls and after-hours requests when required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Connecticut D-1 or D-2 License
• Valid Connecticut S-1 or S-2 License
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional nights, weekends, and emergency calls.

Experience & Technical Skills:

• 3+ years of commercial refrigeration experience.
• Ability to diagnose problems using meters, gauges, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
• Experience with electronic refrigeration controls and computerized monitoring systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience servicing refrigeration systems in supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, restaurants, or similar commercial facilities.
• Experience working with ice machines, walk-in coolers/freezers, rack systems, and supermarket refrigeration equipment.
• Technical school training in HVAC/R or a related trade.

Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment.
• Ability to work in refrigerated, hot, and outdoor environments.
• Ability to safely work in confined spaces, on ladders, and from elevated work platforms as needed.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.