Commercial HVAC Service Technician

Commercial Hvac Service Technician

The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) is hiring a Commercial HVAC Service Technician to keep a diverse, complex campus environment running at its best in Claremont, CA. $83,200 -$93,600/year Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Work across The Claremont Colleges campus 10% employer retirement contribution after one year — no employee match required Medical, dental & vision coverage Generous PTO + professional development funds (2 weeks paid vacation during December New Year holiday) Campus fitness access + additional employee discounts This is a great opportunity for an experienced commercial HVAC technician who enjoys variety.

You'll work with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, large DX systems, VRF, AHUs, pumps, refrigeration equipment, and building automation controls—not the same equipment every day. We're looking for someone with 7–10 years of commercial HVAC experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a Universal EPA certification. Experience with VRF and BAS/EMS systems is a big plus. Know an experienced HVAC tech who would be a great fit?

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As a Commercial HVAC Service Technician, you'll bring senior-level technical expertise to the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of commercial HVAC systems throughout The Claremont Colleges.

This isn't a role focused on just one type of equipment or building. You'll work across a broad range of commercial systems—including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, DX and VRF systems, air handlers, pumps, refrigeration equipment, and building automation controls—while helping ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation of campus facilities.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position participates in an on-call rotation that includes weekends and may occasionally require holiday, evening, or overtime work.

Your contribution will likely include:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, DX systems ranging from 2 to 200 tons, split systems, ducted and ductless VRF systems, water pumps, heat pumps, fans, air handling units, heating units, refrigeration equipment, and air compressors.
• Use blueprints, manufacturer instructions, and technical documentation to determine the appropriate sequence of operations for maintaining, repairing, and adjusting HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Conduct preventive and special maintenance inspections, evaluate equipment condition, and recommend repairs that support long-term system reliability.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic issues using appropriate diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Replace and service compressors, pumps, pump seals, motors, and related components.
• Adjust and calibrate pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical controls for proper temperature and pressure settings.
• Access and navigate building automation control systems through front-end computer terminals.
• Perform factory-level equipment start-ups and respond to emergency service calls.
• Complete detailed service reports documenting work performed, system readings, findings, and recommendations.
• Support major HVAC installations, including ductwork, piping, air conditioning units, and related equipment.
• Contribute to Air Conditioning Shop and Central Facilities Services operations while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer service.

Experience you will bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Seven to ten years of demonstrated commercial HVAC experience applying the techniques of the trade.
• Universal EPA certification.
• Thorough knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration thermodynamic and psychrometric principles.
• Strong commercial HVAC troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, manufacturer documentation, and written and verbal technical instructions.
• Ability to access and work with building automation control systems.
• Strong mathematical skills necessary to calculate measurements,…