Commercial HVAC Service Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

Critical thinker and self-starter, willing to go the extra mile and stay committed to educating themselves in our constantly changing field. Candidates should have extensive experience with installing, inspecting, and repairing of heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration systems. Candidates should also be comfortable working with little to no supervision and possess a strong work ethic and team mindset

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Travel to customer locations, often multiple daily, as scheduled
• Inspect existing HVAC systems for effectiveness and safety, perform consultations with customers to determine needs and discuss all solution methods
• Install, inspect, troubleshoot and repair HVACR equipment to ensure proper HVAC and/or refrigeration operation in accordance with established procedures and according to code.
• Conduct performance tests with specialized tools
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems to increase longevity
• Explain the benefits and assist in the selling of maintenance contracts to new customers and assure renewal of ongoing maintenance contracts with existing customer base
• Maintain accurate inventory of all equipment and HVAC resources
• Perform other duties as required to maintain equipment and follow all company and customer safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain all site locations for safety and cleanliness before, during and after services are provided.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 3-5 years apprenticeship under a journeyperson preferred (We are not seeking entry-level applications or those with residential experience only)
• Certification through the Environmental Protection Agency to handle refrigerants required (Universal or Type I & Type II, 410A)
• Technical high school certification and/or associate degree from an accredited HVAC program required
• Knowledge of hand cutting tools, electric saws, and electrical and gas equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical testing tools including multimeters. The ability to effectively utilize these tools and read electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of refrigeration principals, ability to effectively troubleshoot and diagnose refrigeration issues.
• Knowledge of specialty refrigeration tools, abilities to effectively perform specialized tasks with use of this tools while maintaining proper service practices.
• Safety-minded and knowledge of OSHA & NFPA safety regulations.
• Previous on the job training a plus
• Strong verbal communication skills, ability to explain complex HVAC issues with customers in a way they understand
• Critical-thinker, problem-solver
• Current valid driver’s license for operating motor vehicles in the state of New Jersey
• Must be punctual and adhere to a daily schedule with multiple appointments in different locations
• Must be available for 24-Hour Emergency On-Call Service, once a month (Additional Pay Overtime)
• Must be available for seasonal overtime during the summer and winter months
• Must have professional appearance, strong writing abilities, computer skills, strong customer service skills
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills with ability to think outside of the box and experience and understanding of commercial HVAC/R including, but not limited to
  • Split Systems, Package Units, Ductless Systems, Heat Pumps, Cooling Towers, Boilers, PTAC units, VAV’s, etc.,
  • Chiller (experience a plus)
  • Refrigeration (experience a plus)
  • Controls troubleshooting (Distech a plus)
  • Must have knowledge and capability to complete repairs on compressors, condensers, evaporator motors, piping, control wiring etc.

Working Conditions:

• Pushing, pulling, and lifting various types of equipment. Walking, standing, and stooping for extended periods of time. Climbing and working from ladders and staging while carrying equipment that may weigh up to 75 lbs.
• Working at difficult angles to perform repairs. Working in all types of weather conditions. May be exposed to dust, noise, heat, cold, lubricants, and chemicals during the course of work.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills and abilities associated with the job.

Job Type: Full-time

We are a drug free company and require all employees to pass a drug test prior to beginning employment

Company Benefits:

• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Cell Phone
• Company Issued Uniforms
• Company Issues EZ-pass
• Competitive Industry Salary based on experience and training
• Health Care
• Dental Plan
• Vision Insurance
• Matching 401K
• Technician Training (In-House & School Based)
• Company Vehicle if eligible