HVAC/R Service Technician

DeBra-Kuempel • Louisville, KY

25d • Onsite

About The Position

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking a skilled HVAC/R Service Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, installation, and repair of heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems in commercial and industrial settings. The role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting HVAC/R equipment, completing scheduled preventive maintenance, and responding to emergency service calls. The technician works with electrical components, reads schematics and blueprints, and uses computer-based technology.

The position involves communicating with customers and the HVAC Service Manager, ordering replacement parts, documenting work, and following established procedures and applicable specifications and codes. Work may take place outdoors and at heights, in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions.

Requirements

• Experience in HVAC/R mechanic work, including installation and maintenance of heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, maintain, adjust, repair, and replace HVAC systems and components.
• Prior computer experience and ability and willingness to learn and effectively use computer-based technology.
• Ability and willingness to perform the duties of the position.
• Proficiency in electrical safety procedures.
• Proficiency in risk assessment and determining appropriate PPE for specific tasks.
• Ability to analyze situations and make technical and safety decisions based on specifications, applicable codes, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Sound judgment and decision-making to solve problems safely and effectively.
• Good organizational, communication, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

• Current HVAC/R license, EPA certification, and Kentucky Journeyman qualification.
• Experience in commercial and/or industrial facilities; three years minimum.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heating and cooling equipment in accordance with the preventive maintenance program.
• Install and start up multiple types of HVAC equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems and equipment.
• Communicate with customers regarding planned work, issues, or impacts.
• Advise the HVAC Service Manager of job progress and material or labor requirements.
• Order replacement parts as needed.
• Work with electrical components from the disconnect throughout the equipment.
• Submit reports as required by the supervisor.
• Respond promptly to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours.
• Document hours worked, tasks performed, materials used, and processes involved.
• Perform work using job plans, verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor and manufacturer manuals, and applicable specifications and codes.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and create or revise them as needed.
• Identify unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them effectively.
• Participate in the Work Center Safety Program.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Company discounts
• Voluntary supplemental union benefits may be available to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed