Commercial HVAC Chiller Technician – Union

Carrier•Willowbrook, IL

10d•$38 - $76

About The Position

Carrier is seeking a Commercial HVAC Chiller Technician to support customers by installing, commissioning, repairing, and maintaining commercial heating and cooling equipment. The role involves work on new-unit startups and commissioning, scheduled maintenance, and diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues. Technicians interpret regulatory requirements and technical documents, including blueprints and diagrams, and build customer relationships while escalating issues when necessary. The position combines independent work with collaboration and emphasizes safe work practices, licensing compliance, and ongoing safety training. The position is union-covered, with benefits and eligibility determined by the applicable union agreement. The posted hourly pay range is $38.00–$76.00. Carrier offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus, a company vehicle with gas cards, tools, and safety equipment. On-call rotations are generally every 7–8 weeks in most locations; paid travel time begins after the first hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of work experience in the HVAC industry.
At least 3 years of experience working with centrifugal chillers.
EPA Universal certification.
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds, climb a ladder, and work on rooftops.
Ability to stand, crawl, sit, and squat for extended periods.
Valid, current driver's license and ability to be insured by the company's insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 certification.
Basic understanding of building automation controls (BOMAC).
Experience with data centers.
Experience with steam turbines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of ServiceMax.

Responsibilities

Participate in startup and commissioning of new units.
Perform diagnostic tests and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and cooling units.
Review and interpret regulatory requirements and technical documents, including blueprints and diagrams.
Build strong customer relationships and escalate issues for resolution when necessary.
Follow licensing requirements and safe equipment operating practices, recognize HVAC-related hazards, complete safety training, and implement effective safety measures.

Benefits

$3,000 sign-on bonus.
401(k) opportunity.
Paid travel time after the first hour.
On-call rotations generally every 7–8 weeks in most locations.
Company-provided vehicle and gas cards.
All necessary tools provided.
Steel-toed boots, Carrier-branded flame-resistant uniforms, HVAC gloves, hard hats, and face shields.
Standard safety goggles, with prescription eyewear available if needed.
Fall protection where required, plus respirators and earplugs as needed.
Union-agreement benefits generally include medical insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation, holidays, and other time off; benefits and eligibility vary by agreement.