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HVAC Technician II

This role ensures the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of commercial and industrial HVACR systems through preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance. The HVAC Technician II maintains, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs a wide range of HVAC equipment while following established standards, safety practices, and documentation requirements in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, troubleshoot, repair, monitor, and record readings of commercial and industrial HVACR systems, including ACUs, AHUs, heat pumps, VAVs, DDCs, and ventilation systems.
• Obtain, read, and interpret sequences of operation, control schematics, blueprints, equipment service manuals, and owners/maintenance manuals to perform daily duties accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) to check refrigerant system operation and overall equipment efficiency, and perform system start/stop activities as needed.
• Operate refrigerant recovery equipment, vacuum pumps, charging equipment, and service gauges using best practice procedures to ensure safe and compliant refrigerant handling.
• Braise refrigerant piping and lubricate fans, motors, and linkages to maintain optimal system performance and longevity.
• Analyze and determine the root cause of HVACR system problems and malfunctions, and take timely corrective action to resolve issues.
• Inform appropriate parties of any problems or malfunctions found or reported, providing accurate and timely updates on status and corrective actions taken.
• Document all issues, corrective actions, and adjustments in service reports, including detailed remarks on problems found, how they were resolved, and recommended future work.
• Complete and close service reports only after confirming that the client is satisfied with the conditions and service provided.
• Maintain accurate and timely operating logs, including equipment operating logs, lubrication logs, air pressure drop differential logs across air filters and coils, refrigerant logbooks, chemical water treatment logs, and refrigerant inventory records.
• Maintain HVACR operation and maintenance manuals, as well as an inventory of filters, belts, spare parts, and other critical materials.
• Maintain service tools and equipment in good and safe working order and ensure work areas remain clean and organized on a daily basis.
• Order the correct supplies required for preventive maintenance, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring materials are available when needed.
• Efficiently stock vehicles or maintenance shop areas with proper tools and critical parts to support timely service and repairs.
• Track vehicle maintenance needs and schedules and coordinate required service to keep vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Assist other mechanics and operators with major repairs and maintenance of building systems and equipment as needed.
• Work closely with CMMS planners/schedulers and supervisors to optimize preventive maintenance tasks and programs.
• Perform tests, rounds, and analysis of data to verify that HVAC equipment is functioning properly and within specified parameters.
• Evaluate HVAC systems and provide recommendations for improvements, repairs, or upgrades to enhance performance and reliability.
• Perform maintenance and service on chillers, boilers, and kitchen equipment as required, and support other facility systems as assigned.
• Maintain a clean working environment and adhere to all safety and health standards while performing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Follow safety practices and use personal protective clothing and equipment as required by OSHA and company policies.
• Know the location and proper use of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, eyewash and shower stations, first aid supplies, and breathing apparatus.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and test instruments to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various types of equipment.
• Comply with departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Complete and submit job hazard analysis forms prior to performing any maintenance or service work, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated.
• Attend classes and seminars provided by OEMs or assigned by the supervisor to maintain and enhance technical knowledge and skills.
• Complete and submit timesheets and all required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Communicate effectively with customers, associates, and team members to understand needs, explain findings, and coordinate work.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours emergency work as required.
• Perform other various duties as assigned to support facility operations and maintenance.

Essential Skills

• Proven HVAC experience working on industrial and commercial HVAC equipment and systems within the scope of the role.
• Strong ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints.
• Ability to write clear and concise routine reports and…