HVAC/R Service Technician

DeBra-Kuempel Inc.•Knoxville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking an HVAC/R Service Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, installation, startup, and repair of heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems in commercial and industrial settings. The role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting HVAC/R equipment, carrying out scheduled preventive maintenance, and responding to emergency service calls. The technician works with electrical components, interprets technical documents, and uses computer-based technology. The company is a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), building automation, and industrial piping contractor. Its services include design-build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, air balancing, startup, and energy efficiency services. The role regularly involves traveling to job sites in the assigned service territory and working outdoors, at heights, and in varying weather and noise 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 willingness and ability to learn and effectively use computer-based technology.
Competencies, willingness, and ability to perform the duties of the position.
Proficiency in electrical safety procedures.
Proficiency in risk assessment and determining PPE appropriate to 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.
Kentucky Journeyman qualification.
Experience in commercial and/or industrial facilities; three years minimum.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heating and cooling equipment according to the preventive maintenance program.
Install and start up multiple types of HVAC equipment.
Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled preventive maintenance on existing HVAC/R systems and equipment.
Communicate with customers about planned work, issues, and impacts.
Advise the HVAC Service Manager about job progress and material and labor requirements.
Order replacement parts as needed.
Work with electrical components from the disconnect through 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 accurately and thoroughly.
Complete 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 (SOPs) and create or revise SOPs as needed.
Perform work outdoors in challenging environmental conditions, including wind and extreme cold.
Identify unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them effectively.
Participate in the Work Center Safety Program.
Perform other duties as required.