Supermarket Rack Refrigeration Technician- Tampa

Supermarket Rack Refrigeration Technician

At Five Star Refrigeration, our success starts with our technicians. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent by investing in our people, our training, and our culture. We offer a supportive, team-driven environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work-life balance matters.

Position Overview

As a Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician, you will service, maintain, and repair commercial and supermarket refrigeration systems in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This role is ideal for a self-motivated technician who takes pride in high-quality work and can operate independently while representing Five Star Refrigeration with professionalism.

What You'll Do

• Service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and supermarket refrigeration systems, including:

  • Rack systems

  • Walk-in coolers and freezers

  • Reach-ins and self-contained equipment

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure system reliability and performance

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues with minimal supervision

• Work safely and in compliance with all company and industry safety standards

• Provide excellent customer service in a 24/7 service environment, including participation in an on-call rotation

• Work with multiple refrigerants while maintaining EPA and regulatory compliance

• Accurately document service calls, repairs, and maintenance activities

• Support additional service areas as business needs require

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of hands-on commercial HVAC/refrigeration experience

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently

• Technical training through an apprenticeship, trade school, RSES program, or equivalent field experience

• EPA Certification (required)

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Professional attitude, strong work ethic, and customer-focused mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with a top-tier benefits package

• Immediate, subsidized medical insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability

• Ongoing training and development (internal and external)

• Leadership and career advancement opportunities

• Fully stocked and maintained company vehicle

• Gas card and company spending card

• Paid vacation and holidays

Why Five Star Refrigeration?

We don't just hire technicians—we build careers. At Five Star Refrigeration, your expertise is respected, your development is supported, and your contributions make a real impact. When you grow, we grow.

Join a team that invests in you—because your success is our success.

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.