HVAC Service Technician

Overview

At Midwest Applied Solutions, we move fast—delivering commercial HVAC rental solutions when and where they re needed most. From one-ton spot coolers to large-scale chillers and cooling towers, our team responds with speed and precision, whether it s a planned project or a 24/7 emergency. If you re wired for problem-solving and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you ll fit right in.

Our people set us apart—and with locations across the U.S., there s room to grow, take on big challenges, and make an immediate impact.

Service Technician – Commercial HVAC

Reports to:

Vice President, Sales
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $30-$68

Midwest Applied Solutions is a premier independent HVAC Equipment and Solutions provider in Illinois. Our sales territory includes Chicagoland and Central Illinois. We represent over 30 equipment manufacturers, offering innovative systems with a flexibility of equipment and solutions to best match each application. We work with industry professionals and end users from the conceptual stage of projects to provide energy efficient, value‑added solutions to their complex problems.

Our overall mission is simple: we want to create value and make a difference every day in our journey to be the best HVAC sales and service organization in the Midwest. We believe we can succeed in that mission by being the BEST provider for our clients, the BEST partner for manufacturers, the BEST company for our employees, and the BEST investment for our current and future shareholders.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician. This position will be responsible for performing electrical and mechanical inspection, start-up, service and maintenance on the equipment we sell. This is a full-time opportunity for an energetic go-getter. An ideal candidate will be customer service oriented and work well with others. Position requires a high level of correspondence with Project Managers, Service Coordinators and customers.

• Performs electrical and mechanical inspection and maintenance on equipment to ensure peak performance
• Performs preventative maintenance including belt adjustments, oiling, greasing and cleaning of equipment
• Uses experience and technical skills with preventive maintenance and system operations to determine service requirements
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings in reference to layout, location and operation of the system(s)
• Represents the company in a positive manner to other trades, contractors and owners
• Advises owner/representative of preventive maintenance inspections performed and corrective actions to be taken
• Suggests additional services that are beneficial to customer
• Works in a team-based environment to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Submits required paperwork to Service Coordinator in a timely manner
• Must work in a safe manner on a daily basis and ensure that all safety measures are taken at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver s license with good driving record
• Must have current HVAC certification and OSHA 10 Training plus 1-5 years  experience working as a Service Helper or Service Technician in a residential or commercial environment
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
• Electrical knowledge required and EPA Certification Preferred (i.e. HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, Gas Installer, etc.)
• Ability to work in diverse conditions including mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions, risk of electrical shock (high voltage), climbing/working at elevated heights
• Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel and must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and balance requirements of multiple and varied duties

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short…