Chiller Mechanic

Flo-Rite Mechanical/Odyssey Controls • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Flo-Rite Mechanical is a premier, rapidly growing commercial mechanical contractor serving the San Antonio region. Our reputation is built on engineering precise, highly technical solutions and executing them flawlessly the first time. We are expanding our heavy mechanical division and seeking a senior-level Chiller and Heavy Equipment Mechanic to serve as a technical anchor for our field operations. If you are a self-motivated technician who takes pride in solving complex mechanical puzzles in a collaborative, high-support culture, your next career chapter starts here.

Requirements

• 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on experience in heavy commercial/industrial HVAC, with a verifiable focus on centrifugal, screw, and/or scroll chiller platforms (e.g., York, Trane, Carrier, Daikin).
• Active EPA Universal certification (Required).
• Comprehensive mastery of the refrigeration cycle, variable frequency drives (VFDs), basic Building Automation Systems (BAS) interfaces, and fluid hydronics.
• A clean driving record.
• A commitment to passing pre-employment screening.
• A structured, team-first approach to field communication.

Nice To Haves

• Active HVAC Trade School certifications or TDLR mechanical licenses are highly prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Execute full teardowns, rebuilds, tube brushing, oil analyses, and seasonal startups on large-scale centrifugals, screws, and scrolls—both air-cooled and water-cooled.
• Isolate root causes fast using hydronic, thermodynamic, and electrical diagnostics to solve flow, pressure, and thermal transfer issues without guessing or swapping parts.
• Manage jobs through internal field service management system (BuildOps), track asset history, log precise diagnostic readings, author clear quotes, and keep dispatch updated in real time.
• Enforce strict Lock-Out Tag-Out, follow OSHA guidelines, and execute safe rigging and crane operations on critical job sites.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: $38-$47/hr based on specific chiller mastery, plus a performance-based incentive structure aligned with efficient execution and margin preservation.
• Fully dispatched, utility service vehicle, heavy rigging gear support, and company-provided uniforms.
• Employer-Paid Medical Insurance for the employee, plus affordable Dental & Vision coverage.
• 401(k) Employer Match retirement plan.
• 8 paid company holidays annually plus an accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• Paid training, ongoing specialized licensing support, and real pathways to professional and technical development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed