Refrigeration Start-up Technician - Relocation Assistance in Charlotte, North Carolina at SST Direct

Refrigeration Start-up Technician – Direct Hire This is a Direct Hire Opportunity. As a Refrigeration Start-up Technician, you will perform full start-up, wiring, and programming of new refrigeration systems, including parallel rack and individual systems. You will also lead small projects, assist with retro-commissioning and EMS upgrades, and support branch Service and Construction Managers in troubleshooting and training junior staff. This role offers diverse, year-round work with opportunities to expand your technical expertise and advance your career.

📍 Working Location Options: Las Vegas, NV. or Salt Lake City, UT.
Must be willing to relocate - Relocation Assistance Provided
💰 Pay Range: $45 - $52/hour
🕒 Shift: Varies — Travel, overnight, and overtime as needed
Weekly Hours: Full-time, 40+ hours with overtime opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Evacuate parallel refrigeration racks after verifying pressure tests.

• Perform EMS wiring and programming for all manufacturers of EMS systems.

• Complete full start-up of new parallel refrigeration and individual systems.

• Lead small projects such as single case and condenser changeouts.

• Assist with retro-commissioning, EMS upgrades, leak detection, and gas conversion projects.

• Support branch Service and Construction Managers with training and troubleshooting.

• Follow all quality and safety standards and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational/technical school coursework preferred.

• EPA I & II Certification required; EMS Certification preferred.

• 5+ years of commercial refrigeration experience, especially with parallel rack systems.

• 3+ years of experience with supermarket EMS systems.

• Expert knowledge of refrigeration, ice machines, electrical systems, single and parallel rack systems, display cases, and walk-ins.

• Ability to read blueprints for refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing systems.

• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• Paid vacation and holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training

• Quarterly bonus plan

• Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, and theme parks

• Pet insurance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for long periods.

• Regularly lift up to 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs.

• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle equipment and tools.

• Visual ability to perform detailed inspection work and troubleshooting.

Once you apply, please text "RT" to 904-712-6140 for a faster reply.

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