Senior Commercial HVAC Technician

Metro Mechanical Services
851 N Pine Hill Rd
Birmingham, AL 35217, USA

• Hourly Pay: $30.00 – $38.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• Sign-On Bonus: $5000
• Overtime opportunities available
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

You will join a high‑performing field service team within a leading commercial mechanical services organization and a partner of Crete United. The team specializes in delivering reliable, high‑quality HVAC and plumbing solutions to commercial and institutional clients, including schools, airports, healthcare facilities, and large office environments.

Our technicians are the front line of our business—trusted experts who ensure customer systems operate efficiently, safely, and without disruption. We emphasize technical excellence, responsiveness, and long‑term client relationships through preventative maintenance and service.

The Senior Commercial Service Technician is a highly skilled field professional responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and optimizing commercial HVAC and mechanical systems.

This role focuses on supporting commercial businesses, ensuring minimal downtime and peak system performance. You will work independently in the field, lead complex service calls, and serve as a mentor to junior technicians while delivering best‑in‑class service to customers.

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of commercial HVAC and mechanical systems across a variety of customer sites
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex system issues, including rooftop units, boilers, air handlers, associated controls, and occasional chillers & boilers
• Respond to service calls for commercial clients, ensuring timely resolution with minimal operational disruption
• Support retrofits, upgrades, and system optimization projects to improve performance and energy efficiency
• Conduct detailed system inspections and provide clear recommendations for repairs, replacements, or improvements
• Accurately document work performed, including service reports, diagnostics, and parts usage
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and company procedures at all times
• Mentor and support junior technicians, helping elevate overall team capability

• 3+ years of experience servicing commercial HVAC systems
• Strong expertise in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical systems
• Experience performing maintenance, repair, and replacement in commercial environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
• EPA Certification (Universal or Type II)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple service calls
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail

• 5+ years of experience in commercial mechanical or HVAC service
• Experience with large‑scale commercial systems (chillers, boilers, building automation systems)
• Experience supporting institutional clients (schools, healthcare, airports, government facilities)
• Prior experience mentoring or leading junior technicians
• Experience working within a service contract or preventative maintenance model

Metro Mechanical, a Crete United Company, is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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