Commercial Chiller Technician

Signature Labor•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SLS is hiring an experienced Commercial Chiller Technician in Tampa, Florida, with candidates from nearby communities encouraged to apply. The role pays $65–$75 per hour, depending on experience, and includes weekly pay, a company car, and full benefits. The technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs commercial chiller and hydronic systems; supports new installations; and responds to emergency cooling calls as needed. Work may take place in mechanical rooms and on rooftops. Employees must have and use appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with the company’s Substance Abuse Prevention Policy. Employment offers may be conditional on passing a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

At least 3 years of commercial chiller experience; centrifugal, screw, or scroll chiller experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of Trane, Carrier, York, or Daikin systems.
EPA 608 Certification (required).
Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and system blueprints.
Proficiency with gauges, multimeters, leak detectors, and diagnostic software.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds and work in mechanical rooms and on rooftops.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
Must pass a drug screen and all required background checks.
Must have and use proper PPE: hard hat, work boots, safety vest, safety glasses, and work gloves.
Must comply with the SLS Substance Abuse Prevention Policy.

Nice To Haves

Experience with centrifugal, screw, or scroll chillers.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and hydronic systems.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and refrigerant-related issues.
Inspect and clean evaporator and condenser tubes.
Monitor system temperatures, pressures, oil levels, and water flow.
Diagnose and repair compressors, valves, motors, and sensors.
Recover and recharge refrigerants in accordance with EPA guidelines.
Document service reports and maintain equipment logs.
Support startup and commissioning of new chiller installations.
Adjust and monitor systems using building automation systems (BAS).
Respond to emergency cooling calls as needed.
Complete tasks assigned by the site supervisor in a timely manner under minimal supervision.
Follow verbal and written instructions and complete assignments requiring physical activity for a full shift.
Work all hours assigned.