Refrigeration Start-Up Technician

Job overview

The Refrigeration Start-Up Technician role is onsite in the Daytona Beach, FL area. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes it as competitive. The technician supports TAGR commercial and supermarket refrigeration work, including system commissioning and energy optimization. The role brings newly installed refrigeration systems online safely and efficiently, verifies system operation, and supports optimization initiatives. It also provides technical support to construction and service teams through troubleshooting, project work, and guidance to junior technicians and field leadership.

What you'll do

• Perform system evacuations after pressure testing is verified
• start up and commission parallel rack and individual refrigeration systems
• wire, set up, and program EMS platforms
• commission oil systems, safety controls, defrost systems, and head pressure controls
• lead small installation and modification projects
• support retro-commissioning, EMS upgrades, leak detection upgrades, and gas conversion initiatives
• collaborate with service and construction managers on troubleshooting and technician training
• provide technical guidance as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

refrigeration start-up technician

commercial refrigeration

supermarket systems

system commissioning

energy management systems

daytona beach fl

tag refrigeration

parallel rack systems

ems programming

journeyman-level skills

travel may be required

overnight work may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• retirement savings plan with company contributions
• paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• year-round steady work
• career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Journeyman-level refrigeration skills and 5–7 years of commercial refrigeration experience, with a strong supermarket systems focus, are sought. Travel, overnight work, and overtime may be required.

About the employer

TAG Refrigeration is hiring for this role. Industry: Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. Sector: 23.