Light Commercial HVAC/R Technician

CloudKitchens•Washington, DC

19d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

CloudKitchens is hiring a Light Commercial HVAC/R Technician to maintain and troubleshoot commercial HVAC/R systems at smart kitchen facilities across the Greater DMV Area. This field-based role combines hands-on repairs, system diagnostics, facility support, inspections, and verification of system performance. The technician travels locally between multiple sites during the week and is home daily. The role’s typical work allocation is 70% hands-on HVAC/R maintenance and repair, 20% troubleshooting and diagnostics (onsite and remote), and 10% inspections, reporting, and system verification. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with an on-call rotation and overtime opportunities. The technician also supports new facility openings and coordinates with onsite teams, vendors, engineering, and senior technicians when needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of commercial HVAC/R experience.
Experience working with rooftop units, ventilation systems, or walk-in refrigeration.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel locally between sites.

Nice To Haves

HVAC Universal certification (EPA, trade school, or equivalent).
Experience in restaurants, hospitality, or multi-site facilities.
Working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on commercial HVAC/R systems, including walk-in refrigeration, rooftop units, exhaust fans, hoods, make-up air units, and DOAS systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues across multiple sites.
Support refrigeration and kitchen ventilation systems.
Travel locally between sites across the Greater DMV Area throughout the week.
Conduct site inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Perform basic electrical and plumbing maintenance as needed.
Coordinate with external vendors for specialized repairs and warranty work.
Use Building Management Systems (BMS) to monitor performance and diagnose issues.
Provide remote troubleshooting support to onsite teams and vendors.
Review startup, testing, and balancing reports to verify system performance.
Assist with new facility openings by verifying installation and system functionality.
Identify issues early at new sites and coordinate corrective actions.