Refrigeration Technician

Ridge Energy Savers•Lake Wales, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ridge Energy Savers is hiring an experienced HVAC and Refrigeration Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and commercial HVAC systems and commercial refrigeration equipment. The role includes preventative maintenance, installation and upgrades, electrical and mechanical testing, refrigerant leak identification and handling, customer communication, and service documentation. The technician must follow company safety policies, industry regulations, manufacturer specifications, and EPA requirements, and respond to emergency service calls as needed. The position is full-time and based in Lake Wales, Florida. The posting offers up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates must pass a comprehensive pre-employment screening, including review of criminal and motor vehicle records. Ridge Energy Savers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

At least 3 years of commercial refrigeration experience.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems, including walk-in coolers, freezers, and ice machines.
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
Required EPA Certification.
Proficiency using HVAC and refrigeration diagnostic tools and equipment.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a team.
Must pass a comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a review of criminal and motor vehicle records.

Nice To Haves

Residential HVAC service experience preferred.
NATE Certification preferred but not required.
Additional refrigeration certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, ventilation equipment, and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshoot and repair commercial refrigeration equipment, including walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, reach-in units, and ice machines.
Perform preventative maintenance to support efficient and reliable HVAC and refrigeration equipment operation.
Install, replace, and upgrade HVAC and refrigeration equipment and components as needed.
Test electrical circuits, controls, motors, compressors, and related components to verify proper operation.
Identify refrigerant leaks and perform refrigerant recovery and charging procedures in compliance with EPA requirements.
Explain issues, recommended solutions, and maintenance best practices to customers clearly and professionally.
Document work performed, parts used, and time spent on service calls accurately.
Follow company safety policies, industry regulations, and manufacturer specifications.
Respond to emergency service calls as needed.