Job Description
Step into a key field role where your technical expertise keeps complex commercial environments safe, comfortable, and operating at peak efficiency. This is a long-term opportunity with a stable, growth-focused company that relies on skilled technicians to maintain critical HVAC infrastructure for a diverse client base.
About the Role:
In this role, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting commercial HVAC systems, ensuring reliable performance and compliance with all applicable codes and standards. You will work directly at customer sites, resolving technical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting system optimization to reduce downtime and extend equipment life. Your work will have a direct impact on client satisfaction, energy efficiency, and the operational continuity of commercial facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and troubleshoot commercial HVAC systems, including rooftop units, chillers, boilers, and split systems.
- Read and interpret HVAC schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical blueprints to support accurate service and repairs.
- Use HVAC diagnostic tools and instrumentation to identify faults, verify performance, and complete system testing.
- Perform preventive maintenance on commercial chillers and boilers, including inspection, cleaning, adjustments, and minor repairs.
- Apply knowledge of refrigeration cycles to service and repair cooling systems, including proper refrigerant recovery, charging, and leak detection.
- Program, adjust, and verify commercial thermostats and building automation system (BAS) controls for optimal performance and comfort.
- Document all service activities, parts used, findings, and recommendations in clear, detailed service reports.
- Communicate with clients on-site to explain issues, outline recommended solutions, and provide updates on service progress.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Commercial HVAC Service Technician working with large-scale or multi-zone systems.
- Strong ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control issues in commercial HVAC equipment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting HVAC schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Hands-on experience using HVAC diagnostic tools (e.g., gauges, multimeters, combustion analyzers, leak detectors).
- Solid understanding of refrigeration cycles and safe refrigerant handling practices.
- Working knowledge of HVAC codes, standards, and safety regulations applicable to commercial installations.
- Ability to program and adjust commercial thermostats and BAS controls in a service environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting work and interacting with clients and internal teams.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with specific BAS platforms (e.g., Trane, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell).
- Background in energy efficiency improvements and system optimization for commercial facilities.
- Familiarity with variable frequency drives (VFDs), pumps, and other auxiliary HVAC components.
- Experience in large office buildings, healthcare facilities, educational campuses, or industrial environments.
- Ability to mentor junior technicians and support team-based service projects.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited HVAC technical program or apprenticeship preferred.
- EPA Section 608 refrigerant handling certification required.
- State or local HVAC/mechanical license preferred, where applicable.
- Ongoing manufacturer or industry training in commercial HVAC systems is an advantage.
If you are a skilled commercial HVAC technician looking for a stable, permanent role with varied work and strong technical challenges, we encourage you to apply.