Start Up/Commissioning Refrigeration Technician

ESI’s Refrigeration Commissioning Technician supports supermarket and grocery refrigeration projects. This role is responsible for commissioning, startup, checkout, troubleshooting, and system optimization of commercial refrigeration systems in live retail environments.

The ideal candidate is efficient, highly knowledgeable in market refrigeration systems, and capable of leading commissioning efforts while coordinating with construction, controls, and the manufacturers technical support teams.

• ESI covers 100% of the medical premium for all employees and families.
• Great upward mobility for career growth

Responsibilities

• Commission and startup commercial market refrigeration systems, including:
  • Walk-in coolers and freezers
  • Associated refrigeration controls and valves
• Perform full site refrigeration checkout procedures prior to turnover
• Execute refrigerant recovery, system pump-downs, evacuations, and charging
• Rack compressors
• EPR valves
• EEVs
• Suction, liquid, and discharge circuits
• Configure, set up, and verify proper operation of:
  • EPR valves
  • Electronic expansion valves (EEVs)
  • Refrigeration control strategies
• Troubleshoot and verify refrigeration control systems, including:
  • Copeland
  • Danfoss
  • NOVAR
  • Honeywell
  • Other market control platforms
• Interpret and work from:
  • Construction drawings
  • Refrigeration plans
  • Electrical one-line diagrams
  • Equipment wiring schematics
• Perform refrigerant leak detection and repair
• Braze refrigeration piping in accordance with industry standards
• Coordinate with manufacturers and technical support teams as needed
• Lead and support refrigeration teams during commissioning activities
• Document commissioning results, deficiencies, and corrective actions
• Support training and mentorship of current refrigeration team members

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial market refrigeration service experience
• Minimum 2 years of market refrigeration construction experience
• EPA 608 Universal Certification
• Preferred / Additional Certifications (Not Required)
• Refrigeration or HVAC Journeyman License
• Manufacturer-specific or specialized refrigeration training
• Strong understanding of how supermarket refrigeration systems operate as an integrated system
• Proven troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines
• Ability to work independently and lead commissioning efforts in the field
• Willingness to travel outside place of residence
• Willingness to work nights as required for commissioning activities
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with team members, vendors, and management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call rotations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Effective and professional communication and interaction with supervisors, employees, clients, and others, whether individually or in a team environment, are vital aspects of the role.
• Adherence to safety protocols and the ability to follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment guidelines, and company policies, are vital to performing work safely and effectively.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of what a Refrigeration Technician will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Fast-paced working environment.
• Working environment may be busy and noisy.
• This position requires outdoor work, with exposure to various weather conditions.
• The role will frequently require working at heights, as well as in precario