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.

About Smart Care

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.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.