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CoolSys

Refrigeration and HVAC design, installation, maintenance

Refrigeration Service Technician - Commercial & Industrial

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 9/16/27
$30 - $40/hr+ $3,000 sign-on bonus + Quarterly bonus plan
Mid, Senior
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems

About the job

Requirements
  • Have a high school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience, and trade or technical school classes.
  • Pass Tech Skills level 4 with a score of 80% or better.
  • Hold a valid EPA certificate.
  • Have 3–5 years of experience in commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical work.
  • Have basic knowledge of refrigeration, HVAC, ice machines, gas furnaces, and electrical systems.
  • Understand single/multiple unit systems, rack systems, parallel racks, rack control units, display cases, and walk-in boxes.
  • Have strong knowledge of open circuits on a rack compressor control circuit.
  • Know lockout/tagout and arc flash equipment procedures.
  • Know case lineups with electric defrost circuits.
  • Be able to use an RS engineering sheet.
  • Know minimum DA/RA and SST requirements for FF/IC systems.
  • Be able to identify refrigeration floor plan symbols.
  • Be able to take readings of compressor parameters and compression ratios and repair deficiencies.
  • Know proper material handling techniques.
  • Know HVAC valve settings, preventative maintenance, how to locate leaks with a refrigerant leak detector, and how to report large refrigerant leaks.
  • Be able to demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and safety equipment.
  • Have knowledge equivalent to level 2–3 experience/information.
  • Be able to lift up to 60 pounds without assistance and sit and/or stand for several hours at a time.
  • Hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
  • Be able to understand and follow company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws.
  • Be able to use typical business tools, including email, Word, and Excel.
  • Be able to work at heights from ladders and/or scissor lifts, around elevated noise levels, extreme cold from refrigerant, high heat from brazing, inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust, using appropriate personal protective equipment and safe work practices.
  • Be able to perform strenuous physical labor and walk, stand, hear, drive, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, use hands and fingers, and lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
  • Have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Responsibilities
  • Report to work on time as scheduled by the supervisor.
  • Repair and overhaul compressors, water pumps, air handlers, electrical and mechanical control devices, and similar machinery.
  • Test malfunctioning systems and components using electrical and/or mechanical skills.
  • Maintain legible corporate and personal records of work history.
  • Perform general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment, including air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine equipment, water pumps, gas furnaces, compressors, and electric motors.
  • Perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment malfunctions, and assess the operating efficiency of mechanical equipment.
  • Perform work on minor construction and remodeling projects, including start-ups of new installations.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems; handle complex technical issues; provide guidance to junior technicians; and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of refrigeration equipment for commercial or industrial clients.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working on refrigeration equipment in convenience stores or supermarkets is a strong plus.

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

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

26%
FreightWaves
Sep 4th, 2025
CoolSys secures $39.5M: A game-changer for cooling industry

CoolSys secures $39.5M: A game-changer for cooling industry.

Abl Advisor
Sep 3rd, 2025
Wingspire Capital Provides $39.5MM Senior Credit Facility to CoolSys - News | ABL Advisor

Wingspire Capital has provided a $39.5 million senior secured credit commitment to CoolSys, a leader in mission-critical HVAC, refrigeration, and energy and carbon reduction solutions for thousands of businesses across the United States.The commitment is part of a broader $150 million credit facility for CoolSys with a syndicate led by Mizuho  that...

Business Wire
Oct 1st, 2024
CoolSys Acquires Mechanical Engineering & Construction Corporation

CoolSys™, the market-leading provider of sustainable refrigeration, HVAC, energy and engineering solutions, has acquired Mechanical Engineering &

The Daily Record
Sep 30th, 2024
CoolSys acquires Catonsville mechanical engineering firm

In acquiring MEC2, CoolSys will strengthen its commercial and industrial capabilities while deepening its market presence in the mid-Atlantic region.

Business Wire
Jun 18th, 2024
CoolSys Acquires Universal Refrigeration

CoolSys acquires Universal Refrigeration.