Seasoned Commercial Chiller Technician

FIRSTCALL MECHANICAL GROUP LLC•Orient Park, FL

144d•Onsite

About The Position

FirstCall Mechanical is seeking an experienced Commercial Chiller Technician to service commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems in Tampa, Florida. The role performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, retrofitting, and commissioning of chillers and related equipment. The technician works directly with customers, provides technical recommendations, prepares service reports, follows safety and regulatory requirements, and continues developing technical skills through FirstCall Academy. This position reports to the local Branch President and engages with the service team and customers.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Active EPA Certification.
At least 5 years of experience in a commercial HVAC setting with chillers.
OSHA 10 certification.
Technical training in HVAC or refrigeration.
Availability to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and account managers.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and to interpret graphs.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Mental stamina to solve problems and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to use hands regularly; stand, walk, and sit frequently; and continually climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on commercial systems, including air-cooled and centrifugal chillers, pumps, cooling towers, air handler units, valves, fan coil units, and variable air volume systems.
Diagnose and repair defects in machine and equipment components, including electronic, mechanical, and electrical components.
Inspect and test system components to verify proper operation, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Conduct preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, general servicing, and troubleshooting of mechanical HVAC systems.
Assist with installing, retrofitting, and commissioning commercial chiller systems and related HVAC equipment.
Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to assess and repair HVAC systems.
Service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial chiller and refrigeration equipment.
Work with electrical components, including timers, contactors, and relays.
Follow safety protocols and regulatory requirements related to HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Maintain high customer satisfaction through direct, on-site customer interaction.
Provide clients with technical guidance and recommendations about maintenance schedules, energy efficiency, and system improvements.
Prepare and present detailed service reports to customers.
Pursue continual learning and development through FirstCall Academy.
Help lead and teach helpers and Technician I employees.
Communicate job issues, concerns, and updates closely with account managers.
Check in and out with customers on jobs and explain problems and resolutions in a clear, understandable manner.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay.
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, with some plans fully paid by the company.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a 5% match.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Up to four weeks of paid time off.
Nine paid holidays, plus Veterans Day for veterans.
Company-sponsored education and career advancement programs, including FirstCall Academy, the Learning & Education Assistance Program (LEAP), and the FirstCall Progression Program.
$2,500 referral bonus per referral.
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
Mobile phone or phone allowance.
Uniforms and work boot allowances.