Chiller Technician

CFO Trane U.S. -CFO • Brea, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, Trane Technologies is committed to putting the planet first. Through its businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how they do business—it is their business. This role is field-based, with work conducted on-site at customer locations. As a Commercial HVAC/Chiller Technician, you will be primarily responsible for repairing HVAC equipment in the Ventura/Oxnard areas. You will use your knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and understanding schematics. Trane Technologies offers the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacturer, providing access to technical support, training on the newest technology, and comprehensive career paths with opportunities for growth. In this position, you will establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective oral and written communication skills via phone, computer, and face-to-face interactions. You will be responsible for evaluating, servicing, and repairing 50-ton DX units and 50 to 1000-ton chillers. Additionally, you will be responsible for their scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests, including replacement and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by customers. You will also be responsible for testing chillers on the onsite test stand, point-to-point testing, starting up, commissioning, and servicing assigned chillers or HVAC equipment.

Requirements

• Chiller experience is a must
• Proficient ability to perform repairs, troubleshooting and maintenance of Screw, scroll, reciprocating and centrifugal chillers
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software
• Working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years
• EPA Certification, Required
• A High School Diploma or equivalent, or certificate of completion from an accredited technical school is required
• Typically requires at least 10 plus years of experience in HVAC

Nice To Haves

• Technical School or formal training is preferred

Responsibilities

• Repairing HVAC equipment
• Evaluating, servicing, and repairing 50-ton DX units and 50 to 1000-ton chillers
• Performing scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests
• Replacing and modifying equipment or systems as needed or requested by customers
• Testing chillers on the onsite test stand
• Performing point-to-point testing, starting up, commissioning, and servicing assigned chillers or HVAC equipment
• Performing repairs, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Screw, scroll, reciprocating and centrifugal chillers
• Conducting end-to-end testing, downloading programming, starting up, commissioning, and servicing on assigned projects
• Representing the company as the direct customer contact
• Servicing products and equipment on assigned projects
• Ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, examining, diagnosing, and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location
• Coordinating with team leader/project manager and customer to understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs
• Forecasting issues, gathering materials, and synchronizing on-site work
• Diagnosing and repairing units using cutting-edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications
• Continually enforcing safety to the highest standards
• Maintaining security and accountability of company-issued and procured assets by recording use, wear, and conditions
• Mentoring team members
• Displaying team effort and dedication to customers by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave
• Additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs
• Tuition assistance
• Student debt support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED