Refrigeration Technician – Supermarket Rack Refrigeration Training Opportunity

Commercial Refrigeration Technician – Rack Refrigeration Training Opportunity
Locations: Charlotte, Raleigh & Greenville, NC

Watson Refrigeration is looking for motivated Commercial Refrigeration Technicians who are interested in expanding their skills and learning supermarket rack refrigeration. If you have a background in commercial refrigeration or HVAC and want to take the next step in your career, this is a great opportunity to grow with an experienced team.

We’re seeking technicians with strong troubleshooting skills, a commitment to quality work, and the desire to develop expertise in supermarket refrigeration systems.

What You’ll Do:

• Service, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration equipment

• Learn and support supermarket rack refrigeration systems, including parallel compressors, refrigeration circuits, and controls

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical refrigeration issues

• Work alongside experienced technicians to build advanced rack refrigeration skills

• Provide dependable, professional service to customers

What We’re Looking For:

• Commercial refrigeration or HVAC service experience

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities

• A willingness to learn supermarket rack refrigeration

• Dependable, self-motivated, and safety-focused work style

• Strong communication and customer service skills

Why Watson Refrigeration:

• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced refrigeration professionals

• Opportunity to build a specialized and in-demand skill set

• Career growth opportunities within the company

• Competitive compensation and benefits

If you’re a commercial refrigeration technician ready to grow your career and learn supermarket rack refrigeration, Watson Refrigeration wants to hear from you.

What’s in it For You:

• On-the-job training with available on-demand technical support as well as ongoing formal hands-on and classroom training at our National Training Kitchen. Professional CFESA certifications with the potential for advancement.
• Receive a company service vehicle, fuel card, tablet and cell phone for business use
• Market-leading benefits program including 401k and paid time off
• Take charge of your career through growth opportunities including advanced technician and management positions

What You Will Do:

• Partner with restaurant and hospitality managers to offer comprehensive service solutions for commercial cooking, refrigeration, ware-washing, and other specialty food service equipment
• Demonstrate your mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills and ability to read diagrams and schematics
• Properly troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Commercial Kitchen Equipment, including cooking, refrigeration, ware-washing and other specialty food service equipment
• Communicate with manufacturers as needed to help with diagnoses and parts identification
• Consult with the Technical Assistance Group for technical support while onsite
• Install all parts ordered for the customer in a timely and professional manner and in line with company policy
• Promote and recommend other services provided by Smart Care to customers when needed
• Produce accurate and timely administrative documents, such as work orders, time reporting, receipts, and truck stock inventory
• Follow safe work practices and accident prevention procedures
• Maintain a neat and orderly service vehicle, along with accurate parts and tool inventory
• Maintain productivity levels in accordance with company standards

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, reach, and occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds
• Ability to work with moving mechanical parts, pressurized steam equipment, open flames, heated surfaces, liquids, and risk of electrical shock in damp, humid, or freezing conditions
• Ability to work on ladders, roofs, and other high places

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of technical experience with refrigeration, appliance repair, kitchen equipment, HVAC, or relevant military service
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Willingness and ability to be involved with the emergency on-call rotation that includes nights and weekends
• Availability for occasional overnight travel as assigned
• Immigration sponsorship not provided for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant technical training, licenses, and/or certifications (i.e. EPA, CFESA)
• Commercial refrigeration and/or commercial cooking equipment repair experience
• Self-motivated with the proven ability prioritize and work independently with minimal direct supervision

About the Company

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.