HVAC Chiller Service Technician

Texas AirSystems•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas AirSystems is seeking an experienced Chiller Service Technician to perform chiller inspections, maintenance, and repair. The role focuses on industrial mechanical systems and related electronic, mechanical, and electrical components, while delivering clear, customer-oriented service. The technician works closely with Project Managers, Service Coordinators, customers, dispatch, parts procurement, and management, and may help develop training, materials, and tools for the company’s chiller/HVAC maintenance business. This position involves working at multiple customer sites in a field environment. The technician must be available for some rotating night or weekend emergency service and work in conditions that may include noisy equipment rooms, extreme weather, electrical hazards, and elevated heights. Physical duties include climbing, crawling, kneeling, and lifting loads up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Current HVAC certification and OSHA 10 Training plus.
At least 5 years of experience in chiller/HVAC maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
Familiarity with manufacturing designs or schematics.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to train junior technicians.
Excellent customer service skills and a desire to exceed customer expectations.
Ability to work independently and complete work correctly and on time, with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficiency with handheld computers such as smartphones or iPads.
Electrical knowledge.
Ability to work in varied conditions, including noisy mechanical equipment rooms, extreme weather, high-voltage electrical hazards, and elevated heights.
Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, and kneel, and regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 75 pounds.
Ability to balance multiple and varied duties.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos; write correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret graphs.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

EPA Certification, such as HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, or Gas Installer certification.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on industrial mechanical 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.
Address diverse service issues, obtain replacement parts, calibrate systems to manufacturer recommendations, and explain issues and required corrective work to customers.
Oversee installation and operation of various mechanical systems.
Help define and develop training, materials, and tools to support the chiller/HVAC maintenance business.
Provide rotating night or weekend emergency service when needed.
Maintain the company vehicle, including refueling, reporting mechanical issues, and keeping it clean and stocked with parts, tools, and safety equipment.
Maintain documentation for services and tasks, including equipment details, test measurements, and pictures as necessary.
Complete required paperwork accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
Identify and report potential business opportunities, including through site visits, subcontractor calls, and cost estimation.
Provide work-progress updates to dispatch, parts procurement, supervisors, and managers.
Schedule and coordinate services with customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.