HVAC/R Technician

GlacierGrid is a leading energy industry player dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the ever-growing demand for energy. GlacierGrid focuses on shifting and reducing electricity usage for commercial establishments.

HVAC/R Technician Location: Remote (US-based, with frequent travel) Compensation: $60,000–$100,000 + 0.05%–0.1% equity Additional Compensation: Travel stipends and emergency service bonuses

About the Role GlacierGrid is looking for a hands-on HVAC/R Technician to lead hardware installations, support product development, and scale our national technician network. In this role, you'll install smart monitoring hardware at quick-service restaurants (QSRs), convenience stores, and similar commercial locations across the U.S. Expect to travel up to 75% of the time each month. You'll also collaborate closely with our Engineering, Product, and Customer teams to troubleshoot field challenges and help evolve our technology offerings.

What You’ll Do

• Install GlacierGrid hardware on commercial HVAC/R systems at QSRs, convenience stores, and similar locations

• Travel to installation sites across the U.S. (approximately 75% travel required monthly)

• Set up and configure IoT connectivity solutions (e.g., WiFi networks, gateways)

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during or after installs

• Contribute to RD efforts by providing field insights and feedback

• Vet, train, and support a national network of third-party technicians

• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure project execution and customer satisfaction

• Maintain clear documentation and communication for all field activities

About You

• 5+ years of experience as a full-time HVAC/R technician (commercial experience preferred)

• Skilled at installing and configuring control systems on HVAC/R equipment

• Comfortable with IoT and network configuration in the field

• Strong communicator with the ability to train others on standardized processes

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and responsive under dynamic schedules

• Creative problem-solver with a hands-on mindset and curiosity for new technology

• Willing and able to travel extensively throughout the U.S. each month (up to 75%)

About GlacierGrid

GlacierGrid is a technology startup that builds IoT-powered temperature monitoring and analytics, which prevent food, product, and energy waste, the major drivers of climate change. Deployed across industry leaders, including McDonalds, Burger King, Domino's, TGI Fridays, 7-Eleven and Wyndham Hotels, we partner with diverse organizations, from national restaurant brands to top supply chain businesses in food and healthcare, to increase profits while protecting our planet.

Founded by experienced entrepreneurs from Harvard, Columbia and UC Santa Barbara, we’re a mission-driven team passionate about food, climate and health. We are headquartered in San Francisco, and supported by experienced venture capitalists including Zero Infinity Partners, D. E. Shaw, Deciens Capital, Sequoia Capital, Govtech Fund, Collaborative Fund, and Social Capital.

Our Commitment

At GlacierGrid, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact.

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