Commercial Refrigeration Installation / Start-Up Technician

At Kalos Services, our Commercial Refrigeration team is known for delivering high-quality installations for major retailers and commercial clients throughout Central Florida. We specialize in complex supermarket and commercial refrigeration systems and take pride in doing the job right—from installation through final commissioning.

We are seeking an Experienced Commercial Refrigeration Installation / Start-Up Technician who excels at bringing systems online, validating performance, and ensuring installations are fully operational and ready for long-term reliability.

This is a field-based, hands-on role for a detail-oriented refrigeration professional who enjoys working independently, troubleshooting complex systems, and owning the final phase of project delivery. You will play a critical role in powering up, testing, programming, and commissioning commercial refrigeration systems prior to turnover.

Location

Greater Orlando, FL

Schedule

Typically 40–50+ hours per week; schedule may fluctuate based on project workload
Night work and on-call support will be required

Compensation

$28–35 per hour (based on experience)

Responsibilities

Power up and commission new commercial refrigeration systems, including:
- Supermarket rack systems
- Walk-in coolers and freezers
- Reach-in and display cases
Program setpoints and verify functionality of major control systems such as:
- Emerson
- CPC
- Danfoss (and similar platforms)
Perform pressure testing, leak detection, electrical verification, and refrigerant charge adjustments
Diagnose and resolve start-up issues related to electrical, piping, mechanical, or controls systems
Verify systems meet manufacturer specifications, job requirements, and performance standards prior to turnover
Document commissioning data, start-up conditions, deficiencies, and punch-list items
Coordinate closely with installation crews, controls technicians, and project managers
Support a smooth handoff to service and maintenance teams

Requirements

2+ years of experience in commercial refrigeration installation, service, or start-up
Strong working knowledge of:
- Rack refrigeration systems
- Condensers, evaporators, and controls
Ability to properly troubleshoot and tune:
- Superheat and subcooling
- Airflow
- Refrigerant charge
Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
EPA 608 Certification (required)
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Willingness to travel regionally to job sites (per diem provided when applicable)