Commercial Refrigeration Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Refrigeration Technician - Day shift!
Location: Brooklyn NY

About the Company
Join a fast-growing, well-funded nationwide meal delivery company that is transforming the way people eat. With 20+ facilities across the United States and $250M in recent funding, this company is scaling fast and building the team that will take them there. Their Brooklyn facility is a high-volume commercial kitchen operation producing chef-made, ready-to-eat meals at scale. This is a company with real momentum, a strong maintenance culture, and a genuine path to becoming a direct employee. This role is contract-to-hire — perform well and you convert directly onto their team.

Overview
We're seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to join the facilities/maintenance team at our Brooklyn facility. This role is core to keeping commercial refrigeration systems running reliably across a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen operation. You'll be joining a collaborative, cross-trained team that takes pride in their work and keeps a world-class food production operation running at peak performance.

Schedule
Day shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday–Saturday. 

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial refrigeration equipment including rooftop units (RTUs), chillers, condensers, evaporators, and walk-in refrigeration boxes
• Diagnose and repair issues with compressors, motors, belts, and pulleys
• Respond to refrigeration breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Maintain accurate records of service, parts usage, and equipment status
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while on site
• Partner with the broader facilities/maintenance team on cross-functional repairs as needed — a plus, not required

Requirements

• EPA Universal certification required
• Proven hands-on experience repairing commercial refrigeration systems — 3+ years
• Strong troubleshooting ability across compressors, motors, electrical/mechanical components
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams
• Prior experience in a food production, commercial kitchen, or industrial/manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Team-oriented, proactive, responsive — strong culture fit
• Reliable commute to Brooklyn, NY

Nice to Have

• Interest/aptitude in learning conveyor systems and general kitchen equipment/appliance repair
• RMO License (Refrigeration Machine Operator) or in progress