Hvac Technician

HVAC Technician

This role focuses on designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex commercial and industrial HVAC systems within a large plant environment. The technician will work with boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, and building management systems while supporting overall facility operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and project work.

Shift: 6am - 3pm

Pay Rate: $25 - 35/hr

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including HVAC/R equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair boilers, heating systems, chillers, and other related mechanical components.
• Perform industrial preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Manage HVAC-related projects, ensuring completion within established deadlines and budget constraints.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain Building Management Systems (BMS) to optimize building performance and energy efficiency.
• Conduct painting and carpentry work as needed for HVAC installation, modification, and repair.
• Interpret and implement Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems as they relate to HVAC installations and operations.
• Work on plumbing systems associated with HVAC equipment to ensure proper function and integration.
• Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on HVAC and refrigeration systems and clearly communicate findings and solutions to internal stakeholders.
• Apply a strong foundation in construction and mechanical systems when planning and executing HVAC work.
• Utilize knowledge of boilers, ventilation, refrigerants, and plumbing systems to support safe and efficient HVAC operation.
• Contribute to energy management initiatives through effective system operation and maintenance.
• Operate various control systems, including those related to fire alarms and fire and life safety, as they pertain to HVAC systems.
• Apply understanding of refrigeration principles, electrical equipment, and cooling towers in daily work.
• Follow engineering design processes and adhere to safety training practices and facility safety standards at all times.

Essential Skills

• Valid HVAC/Refrigeration license.
• 3–5 years of commercial HVAC experience; industrial HVAC experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC/R in commercial or industrial environments (not limited to residential work).
• Experience performing industrial preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnostics for boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, and HVAC/R equipment.
• Experience as a boiler technician, chiller technician, refrigeration technician, HVAC/R technician, or industrial HVAC technician.
• Strong foundation in construction and mechanical systems related to HVAC.
• Expertise in boilers, ventilation systems, refrigerants, and plumbing systems associated with HVAC.
• Proficiency in project management and energy management related to HVAC operations.
• Ability to operate Building Management Systems and other control systems.
• Ability to work with fire alarm and fire and life safety-related control systems as they pertain to HVAC.
• Understanding of refrigeration principles, electrical equipment, and cooling towers.
• Comprehension of engineering design processes and safety training practices.
• Effective customer and stakeholder interaction skills for discussing issues, solutions, and system performance.
• EAP certification or experience working with EAP-related programs (as applicable).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with commercial HVAC systems in large facilities or plants.
• Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Exposure to industrial environments and managing HVAC for entire plant operations, including warehouse spaces.
• Familiarity with energy-efficient practices and building performance optimization.
• Ability to perform basic painting and carpentry tasks related to HVAC installations and repairs.
• Comfort working in climate-controlled environments that may still experience temperature variations due to bay doors.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to facility safety policies and procedures.
• Capability to support potential conversion to a longer-term or permanent role based on performance and business needs.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a stable plant environment where you can apply and grow your commercial and industrial HVAC expertise while managing systems that directly impact building performance and comfort. The role offers consistent weekday hours with opportunities for overtime, allowing you to balance steady work with additional earning potential. You will gain exposure to advanced building management and control systems, expand your skills across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines, and contribute to energy management and safety-focused operations.

Work Environment

This position is based in a plant facility that includes the main plant and a warehouse area at the back of the facility. You will manage HVAC systems across the entire site, including…