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Commercial Refrigeration / Kitchen Service Technician

Cooperidge Consulting Firm, Bloomington, IL, United States


Overview
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a

Commercial Refrigeration / Kitchen Service Technician

for

Tech 24 , a national leader in commercial foodservice equipment repair. This is a high-demand, field-based role responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of mission-critical equipment in restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities. We are looking for versatile "Tech 2" level professionals who can manage complex refrigeration systems while also supporting "hotside" kitchen equipment. This position offers significant overtime potential and a clear career path for technicians who pride themselves on first-time fix rates and exceptional customer communication.

Responsibilities

Refrigeration Diagnosis & Repair: Service and repair walk-in coolers/freezers, reach-ins, prep tables, and ice machines

HVAC/R Support: Troubleshooting and maintaining rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, and related environmental controls

Kitchen Hotside Service: Provide technical support for commercial cooking equipment, including fryers, ovens, ranges, steamers, and industrial dish machines

Preventative Maintenance: Execute scheduled maintenance protocols to minimize client downtime and extend equipment lifecycles

Advanced Troubleshooting: Interpret complex wiring diagrams and schematics to resolve electrical, mechanical, and gas-related malfunctions

Documentation: Maintain accurate digital work orders, parts inventory, and service history for every call

Client Relations: Act as a professional brand ambassador for Tech 24, clearly explaining findings and repair solutions to facility managers

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all work meets OSHA safety standards and EPA refrigerant-handling regulations

Qualifications
Education & Certifications

EPA Universal Certification (Type I, II, and III) is highly preferred

CFESA or related industry certifications are a significant plus

Experience

Minimum of two (2) or more years of hands-on Commercial Refrigeration experience is REQUIRED

Proven experience with major OEM equipment and commercial hotside appliances

Solid track record in a field service environment with independent decision-making authority

Skills & Requirements

Technical: Strong mastery of electrical troubleshooting and reading technical schematics

Compliance: Valid driver's license with a consistently clean driving record is mandatory

Availability: Willingness to work overtime and participate in a standard on-call rotation

Physical: Ability to lift heavy components and work in varied commercial kitchen environments

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans

Life insurance coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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