Commercial HVAC Service Technician

CaptiveAire•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

CaptiveAire is hiring a Commercial HVAC Service Technician to serve the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. The role involves commissioning CaptiveAire equipment, troubleshooting and repairing commercial HVAC/R systems, and performing preventive maintenance on commercial mechanical systems. Technicians diagnose issues using electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and technical manuals, and communicate system status and recommendations to customers and colleagues. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with EPA regulations and company safety standards. New hires attend a one-week training course at the company’s R&D facility in Pennsylvania, and travel is required. CaptiveAire describes itself as a leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems and a provider of integrated HVAC systems. The company highlights employee development through continuous education, product-specific training, and technical videos, and states that safety is its number-one priority. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the company cannot consider applicants who require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on experience servicing commercial HVAC systems or related experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong understanding of single- and three-phase electrical systems, commercial wiring schematics, and refrigeration cycles.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently, work on ladders and roofs and in tight spaces, and work in varied weather conditions.
Excellent troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Safety-minded approach.
Maintain a clean, professional appearance and wear required company uniforms.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 Certification (suggested).
EPA Universal Certification (suggested).

Responsibilities

Commission CaptiveAire equipment by testing airflows, reviewing installations, running automated tests using a laptop, and physically testing equipment.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, service, and repair commercial HVAC/R systems.
Develop, maintain, and perform routine preventive maintenance on commercial mechanical systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and technical manuals to diagnose system issues.
Communicate professionally with facility managers, property owners, and team members about system status, necessary repairs, and maintenance recommendations.
Follow EPA regulations and company safety standards.
Travel as required and attend a one-week new-hire training course at the R&D facility in Pennsylvania.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
$100,000 life insurance and long-term disability coverage with medical election.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) with employer match.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Nine paid holidays.
Paid time off for vacation, personal, bereavement, and sick days, based on tenure.
Tenure Award.
Employee Referral Bonus.
Company-provided uniform shirts.
Safety footwear and prescription safety eyewear subsidy.
Work vehicle with gas card, tools, and technical equipment, including an iPhone and iPad/laptop.
Monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.
Overtime potential.
Continuous education opportunities, including product-specific training and company-developed technical videos.