Commercial Refrigeration Technician

Commercial Refrigeration Technician - up to $5,000 sign-on bonuses

Sila Services/NETR is a residential and commercial heating and cooling company that has been in business for nearly 35 years. The company provides on-the-job and professional training to employees.

This role will install, service, and maintain commercial refrigeration equipment such as walk-in freezers, walk-in refrigerators, chillers, reach-ins, and more. The technician will troubleshoot and repair refrigeration systems, read wiring diagrams, operate electronic controls, and perform preventive maintenance.

Compensation: $55-60 per hour with potential to earn $125,000-$135,000+ annually. Bonuses, commissions, overtime at time and a half for hours over 8 in a day.

• High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health spending account with company contribution
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company vehicle, gas card, company cell phone, and tablet
• Company uniforms
• Tool and boot allowance
• Parental leave

• Refrigeration system diagnostics & repair – troubleshoot and repair commercial refrigeration systems (walk-in coolers/freezers, reach-ins, ice machines, display cases)
• Electrical troubleshooting – read wiring diagrams, test circuits, diagnose motors, relays, contractors, control boards
• Refrigerant handling – safe handling, charging, recovery, leak detection of refrigerants (EPA certified)
• HVACR system knowledge – understand compressors, evaporators, condensers, expansion valves, defrost systems
• Preventive maintenance – scheduled maintenance such as coil cleaning, belt inspection, pressure checks, system performance verification
• Control systems knowledge – experience with electronic controllers, thermostats, sensors, defrost timers
• Pressure & temperature analysis – interpret superheat, subcooling, pressure readings to diagnose issues

• EPA Section 608 Certification (required in the U.S.)
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• HVAC/R technical certification or trade school training (preferred or required)
• Equipment experience: servicing walk-in coolers/freezers, repairing commercial ice machines, working on supermarket rack systems (preferred for higher-level technicians), experience with remote condensing units and refrigeration racks

• Use of manifold gauges, multimeters, clamp meters, vacuum pumps, recovery machines
• Ability to braze and solder refrigeration lines
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, service manuals

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
• Customer service skills for interacting with restaurant/store managers
• Time management and ability to work independently in the field
• Clear communication and service documentation

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in confined or cold spaces
• Comfortable working on ladders and rooftops
• Ability to work on-call, evenings, or weekends for emergency service

• 5+ years of commercial refrigeration or HVACR service experience (typical requirement)
• Experience working with restaurants, supermarkets, or food-service equipment