Commercial HVAC Service Tech - Up to 5K Sign On Bonus

Cortez Heating and Air Conditioning•Orlando, FL

4d•$35 - $45

About The Position

The Commercial HVAC Service Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems for commercial customers. The role ensures systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency service calls, accurate work documentation, and compliance with safety, code, and company standards. Success requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to dependable, high-quality HVAC solutions. Cortez Heating & Air is a commercial HVAC service provider headquartered in Bradenton, Florida, serving customers across Florida. The company works with complex mechanical systems in industrial, institutional, and multi-site environments. Technicians have opportunities for ongoing training and advancement. The hourly pay range is $35–$45; candidates need 10 years of commercial experience to be eligible for the top end of the range.

Requirements

7–10 years of commercial HVAC service experience.
EPA 608 Universal Certification.
Familiarity with building codes, HVAC equipment manufacturers, and industry standards.
Experience with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and VAV systems.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
Understanding of brazing, soldering, vacuum pulls, leak detection, and electrical diagnostics.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
Certifications such as NATE or RSES.
OEM training; Carrier, Trane, Lennox, or Daikin experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration problems on commercial systems, including RTUs, split systems, heat pumps, VRF/VRV systems, air handlers, and exhaust systems.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair components such as compressors, motors, fans, TXVs, belts, bearings, contactors, sensors, and control boards.
Use diagnostic tools, including meters, gauges, leak detectors, and combustion analyzers, to identify system failures.
Perform routine HVAC maintenance, including filter changes, coil cleaning, lubrication, belt replacement, and refrigerant checks.
Document equipment condition and recommend corrective actions to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
Service and repair walk-ins, reach-ins, ice machines, and refrigeration systems.
Identify refrigerant leaks, recover and recharge refrigerants, and comply with EPA regulations.
Work with DDC and BAS systems, including Trane, Johnson Controls, and Honeywell, to adjust setpoints, troubleshoot alarms, and verify control sequences.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
Complete digital service tickets with accurate notes, parts used, and labor hours.
Clearly and professionally communicate findings and recommended repairs to customers.
Provide exceptional service and build strong customer relationships.
Follow OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards, including EPA 608 refrigerant-handling requirements.
Maintain tools, equipment, and the company vehicle in clean and safe working condition.