HVAC Chiller Service Technician

Texas AirSystems•Chantilly, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas AirSystems is seeking an experienced Chiller Service Technician to perform chiller inspections, maintenance, and repairs. The role involves servicing industrial mechanical systems at multiple customer sites and coordinating regularly with customers, Project Managers, Service Coordinators, dispatch, parts procurement, supervisors, and managers. The technician will also help develop training, materials, and tools to support the company’s chiller/HVAC maintenance business. The position requires field work in varied conditions, including mechanical equipment rooms with noisy operating equipment, extreme weather, potential high-voltage electrical hazards, and elevated work areas. The technician must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple duties, provide excellent customer service, and be available for some rotating night or weekend emergency service work.

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, and ability to train junior technicians.
Excellent customer service skills and a desire to exceed customer expectations.
Ability to work independently and complete work correctly the first time.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with a handheld computer, such as a smartphone or iPad.
Electrical knowledge.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and balance multiple varied duties.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and draw and interpret graphs.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, and regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 75 pounds.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

EPA Certification; examples of relevant certifications include HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, and Gas Installer.

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 electronic, mechanical, and electrical equipment defects; obtain replacement parts, calibrate systems to manufacturer recommendations, and explain issues and corrective needs to customers.
Oversee the installation and operation of mechanical systems.
Lead the development of training, materials, and tools for the chiller/HVAC maintenance business.
Work some nights or weekends on a rotating basis to address customer emergencies.
Maintain the company vehicle, including refueling, reporting mechanical issues, and keeping it washed and stocked with parts, tools, and safety equipment.
Maintain service documentation, including equipment make, model, serial number, test measurements, and photographs as needed.
Submit detailed, complete, and timely paperwork.
Identify and report potential business opportunities, including through site visits, subcontractor conference calls, and cost estimation.
Communicate work progress to dispatch, parts procurement, supervisors, managers, and customers.
Schedule and coordinate services with customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.