Refrigeration Install Manager

AVANTI RESTAURANT SOLUTIONS INC•Irvine, CA

2d•$86,993 - $168,550

About The Position

The Refrigeration Install Manager leads and develops Avanti’s refrigeration operation, including its team, scheduling, materials, fleet, installation quality, and project coordination. The role serves as an internal refrigeration resource and builds the company’s ability to quote, coordinate, install, and support walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, and custom refrigeration systems. The manager works across Avanti teams and with Kitchen King, manufacturers, and consultants to deliver successful projects and support business growth. The manager leads and manages the refrigeration team, coordinates work assignments and daily priorities, and oversees the Lead Installer and installation team’s field execution, quality, and adherence to installation standards. The role coordinates schedules, workload, staffing needs, materials, and fleet resources, and provides technical guidance and support for quoting, warranty work, and complex refrigeration issues. Budget and financial responsibilities, if applicable, are to be defined by management. The position is based partly in the Irvine, California office as needed and requires travel to project sites. The schedule is flexible; occasional weekend work may be necessary but is not normally expected.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems, including walk-in coolers and freezers, rack systems, and related equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, kitchen plans, work orders, schematics, and operation and maintenance manuals.
Experience coordinating installation projects, field teams, schedules, and competing priorities.
Strong leadership, coaching, organizational, and time-management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to multitask and resolve technical and project issues.
Ability to develop refrigeration quoting processes and support accurate evaluation of project requirements.
Attention to detail and commitment to installation quality, customer service, and consistent field practices.
Ability to work independently and coordinate with manufacturers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Excellent customer service attitude.
Current driver’s license with a clean driving record, as required for business travel and vehicle responsibilities.
Ability to travel to project sites and work in the Irvine, CA office as needed.
Relevant experience in commercial refrigeration, refrigeration installation, or related foodservice equipment operations.

Nice To Haves

Prior team leadership or project coordination experience.
Equivalent combination of technical training, education, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the refrigeration team by setting expectations, coordinating assignments, coaching team members, and identifying staffing or hiring needs based on workload.
Coordinate daily schedules, returns, project priorities, workloads, and resources with Avanti teams to support timely project completion.
Establish and maintain consistent standards for installation quality, fit, and finish; provide technical guidance and help resolve complex refrigeration issues.
Oversee field execution led by the Lead Installer, including installation quality and adherence to established standards.
Serve as an internal resource for refrigeration questions and help develop refrigeration quoting capabilities, including reviewing plans, specifications, and installation requirements.
Manage company vehicles and ensure required materials, tools, phones, and other resources are available and maintained.
Coordinate warranty work during the applicable Kitchen King warranty period and work with relevant teams and manufacturers to resolve issues.
Coordinate with outside manufacturers and consultants to address engineering needs and support project execution.
Coordinate staffing needs, materials, and fleet resources.
Perform budget and financial responsibilities if defined by management.