Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Technician

Nextech•St. Louis, MO

27d

About The Position

The Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration Technician installs, maintains, and repairs commercial kitchen refrigeration systems, including routine service, warranty work, and emergency repairs. Under the guidance of the Area Service Manager (ASM), the technician ensures that systems meet industry standards while prioritizing safety, customer satisfaction, and client comfort. The role serves commercial customers and requires travel to client sites in an assigned service area. The technician uses company-provided mobile devices to document service details, maintains a company vehicle and appropriate stock of parts, tools, and safety equipment, and follows applicable safety and environmental requirements, including EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling and disposal. The position includes rotating night and weekend emergency service availability and may require overtime, weekends, and holidays. Nextech offers a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates, eligibility for seasonal bonuses, a fully equipped company vehicle with a gas card, paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement. Benefits include multiple health plans (including a free employee-only option), dental and vision coverage after 30 days, free life insurance equal to annual salary, a 401(k) with a 50% company match on the first 6%, optional supplemental coverage, seven paid holidays, paid time off, and discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of recent Refrigeration Technician field experience.
Specific industry certification or license.
EPA Certification.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
In-depth knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Proficiency in reading schematics and work plans and using diagnostic tools, refrigerant recovery equipment, and specialized instruments.
Advanced understanding of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration principles.
Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
Basic computer skills for communication and documentation using iPads and/or cell phones.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; dependability and consistent delivery of quality work.
Integrity, craftsmanship, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
Ability and willingness to travel to assigned client sites.
Commitment to consistently delivering high levels of customer service.
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

Provide a high level of customer service, technical ability, and quality.
Install, maintain, and repair standard commercial refrigeration units, including reach-in coolers and freezers, beverage dispensers, walk-in coolers and freezers, and rack units.
Diagnose and repair electronic, mechanical, and electrical components of commercial refrigeration systems.
Travel to job sites in the assigned service area and coordinate with dispatchers to maintain schedules and communicate delays to customers.
Provide rotating night and weekend availability for emergency customer service needs.
Maintain the company vehicle in good working order, including cleaning and organizing it and washing it at least once per week.
Maintain appropriate stock of parts, tools, and safety equipment; collect equipment details and photographs as needed.
Document service details and parts provided using company-provided cell phone and/or iPad applications.
Diagnose service issues, obtain replacement parts, calibrate systems to manufacturer specifications, and communicate issues and recommended solutions to clients.
Participate in company-provided training and follow safety policies and procedures.
Identify and report potential additional business opportunities to management.
Follow environmental regulations and EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling and disposal.
Perform other related duties as assigned.