Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician
full-time•Chicago•$0k - $0k
About this role
Now Hiring: Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician
Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced Candidates!
Hourly rates start at $35.00 per hour and up to $45.00 per hour based on experience
Who We Are
Over the last 80+ years the General Parts Group has grown to become one of the largest Foodservice Equipment Support companies in the US. Our award-winning service department currently supports a field service force of over 200 technicians, providing service in 26 states throughout the USA.
General Parts Service Technicians are encouraged to pursue CFESA training certifications, and many hold a ‘Master Certification’ designation, the highest level of achievement. Our team provides service, repair, and maintenance for cooking, refrigeration, beverage, HVAC and ware washing equipment. We stand ready to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers.
Why Work for General Parts?
While we are customer driven, we are also employee oriented. Our high employee retention rate and continuous investment in training ensures that we respond to our customers’ needs with the most qualified and professional people in the industry.
Position Summary
The Field Service Technician is responsible for traveling to restaurant locations to diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial kitchen equipment—including hot-side appliances, refrigeration units, and light HVAC systems. This role requires operating a company vehicle safely, delivering prompt and reliable service, and ensuring minimal downtime for restaurant operations. The technician must provide exceptional customer support, communicate clearly with kitchen and management staff, and work independently with little supervision.
We value your hard work and are proud of our competitive pay for performance philosophy. The hourly rate ranges from $35-$45 hourly, depending on experience.
We’re Excited if this is You!
What We Need From You:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Minimum 1 year of commercial kitchen, refrigeration, or HVAC experience preferred
- Completion of a satisfactory background check and drug screen
- Valid Driver’s License and Driving Record that meets our safety standards
- EPA Certification Required for Refrigeration Techs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook
- iPad Use & Familiarity
Join our Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Healthy Work & Life Balance
- CFESA Certification & Ongoing Training for Your Future
- Company Service Vehicle, Tools, Apple Tablet, Cellphone, Uniforms, and Paid Laundry
- Extra Earning Potential with Overtime (Saturday) & Double-Time (Sunday & Holidays)
- Take part in our Town Shares Program – Share in our company’s success!
General Parts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employee
Other facts
Tech stack
Commercial Kitchen Experience,Refrigeration Experience,HVAC Experience,Customer Support,Communication Skills,Problem Solving,Independent Work,EPA Certification,Microsoft Outlook Proficiency,IPad Familiarity
About General Parts Group
Founded in 1939, General Parts Group distributes parts and provides service for over 60,000 customers and 400 manufacturers of commercial foodservice equipment. Corporate headquarters are located in Bloomington, Minnesota and with major branch operations strategically located in Arizona(3), Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana(2), Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota(2) Missouri(2), Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma(2), Oregon(2), Tennessee, Texas(2), Washington and Wisconsin(2); we are ideally positioned to provide Quality Service for over one third of the United States. We are viewed as the market leader in most of the markets we serve and in terms of overall sales, General Parts’ ranks in the top five of independent service companies nationally.
Over the last 80 years, General Parts has grown to become one of the largest commercial kitchen equipment parts distributors in the country. Because we stock and distribute replacement parts for most major brands of commercial kitchen equipment, we demonstrate daily our ability to meet the needs of our local and national customers who prefer to do their own repairs.
Team size: 201-500 employees
Website: http://generalparts.com
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Industry: Facilities Services
Founding Year: 1939
What you'll do
- The Field Service Technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment at restaurant locations. This includes ensuring minimal downtime for restaurant operations and providing exceptional customer support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does General Parts Group pay for a Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician?
General Parts Group offers a competitive compensation package for the Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician role. The salary range is USD 0k - 0k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician do at General Parts Group?
As a Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician at General Parts Group, you will: the Field Service Technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment at restaurant locations. This includes ensuring minimal downtime for restaurant operations and providing exceptional customer support..
Why join General Parts Group as a Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician?
General Parts Group is a leading Facilities Services company. The Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician role offers competitive compensation.
Is the Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician position at General Parts Group remote?
The Lead Commercial Refrigeration Service Technician position at General Parts Group is based in Chicago, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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