Journeyman Refrigeration- Commercial & Industrial

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $24.00- $40.00 hr
• Sign on Bonus: $5,000 DOE
• Ongoing Education & Training:
  Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match.
• Year‑Round, Diverse Work:
  Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems.
• Extra Perks:
  Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

At Cool Sys, we provide stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits for our employees. Join us and advance your career while working with top‑tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry.

Job Summary
The Journeyman – Refrigeration is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing refrigeration systems and equipment, following customer specifications, applicable building code and proper piping practices.

• Install refrigeration systems, including components such as compressors, evaporators, condensers, and piping, according to technical specifications and industry codes.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting refrigeration systems to ensure optimal functioning and extend their service life.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigeration system failures and perform necessary repairs, including replacing defective components or recharging refrigerants.
• Use diagnostic tools and techniques to assess system performance and identify potential problems before they become critical.
• Ensure that all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental laws governing refrigerants and safety standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service by explaining issues, recommending solutions, and offering maintenance advice to clients.
• Maintain accurate records of service and maintenance performed, including parts used, labor, and system conditions.
• Respond to emergency service calls during non‑business hours as needed, especially for high‑priority refrigeration systems such as those in food storage or medical facilities.
• Work closely with other technicians, engineers, and project managers to ensure successful installations and repairs.
• Embodies the Cool Sys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience and trade or technical school classes.
• EPA Certification (Type II).

Work Experience

• 3+ years of experience in the construction industry, preferred; hands‑on field experience in commercial refrigeration, electrical and/or fixtures construction.
• Experience in copper brazing and market remodeling.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and ability to wire installations.
• Knowledge of carpentry.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems and piping of refrigeration equipment.
• Knowledge of plumbing and pipe fittings, and ability to pipe refrigeration equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints for refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing.
• Ability to hang evaporation coils and install overhead hangers.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and good mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of jobsite safety and ability to oversee work activities to ensure safe work practices and compliance with safety rules.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws.
• Ability to use typical business tools including e‑mail, Word, Excel, etc.

Work typically occurs in convenience stores, grocery stores, food service and/or construction environments, requiring work at heights from ladders and/or scissor lifts. Mechanical rooms can have elevated noise levels. The position regularly works near/with refrigeration/HVAC equipment that can expose workers to extreme cold from refrigerants and high heat from brazing operations. This role routinely works in outside conditions that…