HVAC/R Service Technician

DeBra-Kuempel • Lexington, KY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking an 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 includes diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment, completing scheduled preventive maintenance, and responding to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours. The technician works with electrical components and uses job plans, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, manufacturer manuals, specifications, and applicable codes. The position involves communicating with customers and the HVAC Service Manager, documenting work, ordering replacement parts, following and updating standard operating procedures, and participating in the Work Center Safety Program. Work may be performed outdoors, at heights, and in challenging 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 use computer-based technology.
• Competence 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 decision-making and judgment to solve problems safely and effectively.
• Good organizational, communication, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

• Current HVAC/R license.
• EPA certification.
• Kentucky Journeyman credential.
• Experience in commercial and/or industrial facilities; the posting specifies a three-year 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 existing HVAC/R systems and equipment.
• Communicate with customers regarding planned work, issues, or impacts.
• Advise the HVAC Service Manager of job progress and material and 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 accurately and thoroughly.
• Perform work using job plans, verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor and manufacturer manuals, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and create or revise them as needed.
• Identify unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them.
• 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 program may be available to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement

What This Job Offers

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