Chiller Service Technician

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on central plant equipment, including chillers, pumps, motors, valves, cooling towers, controls, fans, and related mechanical systems.
• Assist with the overhaul and rebuild of centrifugal chillers (preferred experience).
• Safely execute rigging and equipment relocation activities in accordance with industry standards.
• Coordinate recommended repairs from initial assessment through project completion while maintaining clear communication with internal teams and customers.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to respond to emergency service requests.
• Perform equipment testing, programming, startup, commissioning, and system verification for new and existing installations.
• Plan and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for chillers, cooling towers, and central plant systems.
• Complete scheduled daily, monthly, and routine preventive maintenance activities within established timelines.
• Diagnose mechanical and control system issues and provide effective troubleshooting and repair solutions.
• Deliver technical support for all installed equipment while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, vendors, and team members.
• Attend required safety meetings and consistently follow company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Partner with the Chiller Field Supervisor to address customer needs, identify service opportunities, and resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of journeyman-level experience, or an equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on field experience.
• Commercial and/or industrial HVAC service experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of chillers, HVAC systems, and central plant operations.
• Experience servicing large-tonnage HVAC and chiller equipment.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating on-call schedule for emergency service.
• EPA Certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.