Commercial Refrigeration Technician

United States·San Franciscomid

OperationsMaintenance TechnicianSkilled Trades & Field ServicesRefrigeration Technician

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Overview

Who we are CloudKitchens helps restaurateurs around the world succeed in online food delivery - our goal is to make food more affordable, higher quality, and convenient for everyone.

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OperationsMaintenance TechnicianSkilled Trades & Field ServicesRefrigeration Technician

What We Offer

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This isn’t a typical HVAC/R job chasing random service calls.

✓Work on modern, standardized commercial kitchen facilities

✓Predictable environments → faster diagnostics, less guesswork

✓Mix of hands-on repair + system troubleshooting + facility support

✓Opportunity to grow into Facilities or Regional leadership roles

✓Be part of a rapidly growing operation in a $100B+ industry

✓Independent problem-solving with access to a collaborative support network (engineering, senior techs) for complex escalations

✓Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.

✓Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.

✓Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.

✓Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)

✓Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)

✓Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity

✓Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children

✓Pet insurance discount (Fetch)

✓401(k)

✓Health Savings Account (HSA)

✓Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

✓Time Off policies

✓Paid Vacation Time (1h for every 26h worked)

✓8 paid holidays per year

✓Paid sick time

✓Paid Bereavement leave

✓Paid Parental Leave.

Responsibilities

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Perform preventative maintenance and complex repairs on commercial refrigeration systems (WIC/R, Walk-Ins, Reach-Ins) as a primary priority, alongside HVAC systems(Accurex, Captiveaire, Trane, Carrier) (RTUs, exhaust fans, hoods, make-up air units, DOAS systems)
Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues across multiple sites
Support refrigeration and kitchen ventilation systems

Travel between multiple sites (number of sites vary by region) throughout the week across the Greater Bay Area area
Conduct site inspections to ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently
Handle basic electrical and plumbing maintenance as needed
Coordinate with external vendors for specialized repairs and warranty work

Use Building Management Systems (BMS) to monitor performance and diagnose issues
Provide remote troubleshooting support to onsite teams and vendors
Review reports (startup, testing, balancing) to verify system performance

Assist with new facility openings by verifying installation and system functionality
Identify issues early and coordinate corrective actions

5+ years of commercial refrigeration and HVAC experience
HVAC Universal certification (EPA, trade school, or equivalent)
Expertise in Walk-In Coolers/Freezers (WIC/R) and specialized refrigeration equipment, with additional experience in RTUs and ventilation
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Comprehensive knowledge around compressors & key components
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites locally

Nice to Have

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Experience in restaurants, hospitality, or multi-site facilities
Working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems

This role is based in our San Francisco office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base starting rate for this role is $34 - 42/hr + Overtime

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

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