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CoolSys

Refrigeration and HVAC design, installation, maintenance

Cogen Technical Support Associate

Full-TimeDeadline 6/4/27
$58k - $70k/yr
Mid
Philadelphia, PA, USA
In Person
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting combustion power generation systems and controls, with 3 years stated as the upper end of the range.
  • Experience analyzing complex equipment performance issues and developing solutions based on technical knowledge, system data, and operational requirements.
  • Computer skills.
  • Customer communication skills to explain issues and advise on solutions.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor real-time operations of cogeneration units, combustion engines, and auxiliary energy systems through central control interfaces.
  • Identify, log, and classify alarm failures, system deviations, and critical technical alerts.
  • Analyze operational and performance data and independently determine appropriate response strategies, escalation priorities, and corrective-action recommendations.
  • Lead technical analysis of equipment failures and operational anomalies, recommending corrective actions, maintenance priorities, and operational risk mitigation to management and engineering teams; assist in executing remote reset protocols or adjustments under the direct guidance of senior engineering staff.
  • Document technical findings and troubleshooting steps to build the internal knowledge base.
  • Advise clients on equipment performance, maintenance planning, and operational optimization; draft and deliver timely notifications about system outages, active failures, and estimated resolution times.
  • Compile routine client operational reports covering uptime, energy production metrics, and maintenance intervals.
  • Analyze performance trends and recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Use technical drawings, manuals, and equipment bills of materials to identify and specify replacement parts.
  • Coordinate with vendors and dealers to check parts availability, request quotes, and track lead times.
  • Assist engineering and field service teams in organizing technical kits for scheduled maintenance or emergency repairs.

About the company

CoolSys provides refrigeration and HVAC services to retail, commercial, and industrial clients. It designs, installs, and remodels systems, converts refrigerants, performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and optimizes energy use and overall system performance. Their products are not a physical device but a service offering: engineers create system designs, technicians install and service equipment, and ongoing monitoring and maintenance help keep temperatures stable and energy use efficient. What sets CoolSys apart is its broad, industry-focused experience across grocery, food service, telecommunication, manufacturing, education, entertainment, and pharma sectors, plus a persistent emphasis on reliability, integrity, and meeting client commitments while addressing environmental sustainability. The company aims to improve clients’ operations, experiences, and work environments through high-quality, dependable service and energy-efficient, properly maintained systems.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$150M

Headquarters

Brea, California

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • Energy Squared joined on August 17, 2026, strengthening MEPR design capabilities.
  • Ares-backed credit support in September 2025 extended liquidity and refinanced prior lenders.
  • CoolSys keeps buying specialists, including 1GNITE, Lima, and Georgia Air Solutions.

What critics are saying

  • June 2026 amendments added PIK debt through 2027, signaling financing strain.
  • Randolph v. CoolSys and the 2026 wage-hour settlement expose recurring labor liabilities.
  • Ares ownership and relentless add-ons create integration drag; one failed merger hurts service quality.

What makes CoolSys unique

  • CoolSys unified Source Refrigeration under one brand in July 2026.
  • Its 2026 portfolio spans refrigeration, HVAC, energy, engineering, and equipment removal.
  • Recurring maintenance contracts drove 54% of revenue and 96% customer retention in 2025.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Discounts

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

26%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

26%
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