HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech • Prineville, OR

70d

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role includes troubleshooting and repairing HVAC/R systems, performing installations and preventive maintenance, and providing emergency service. Technicians may participate in after-hours on-call rotations and are dispatched from home for daily service work. The position uses company-provided iPads for service documentation and includes maintaining a company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory. Technicians communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures, and identify additional service opportunities to share with customers.

The role requires travel to customer sites and occasional work in an office environment. It is physically active, involving work at heights on ladders, handling tools and equipment, and performing repetitive and extended physical tasks. Nextech advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates, seasonal bonuses, a company van and gas card, paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, education reimbursement, health coverage options, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) match, optional supplemental coverage, paid holidays, paid time off, and discounts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of recent experience as an HVAC/R field technician.
• EPA certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and work plans.
• Basic comfort with mobile apps and technology.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays when needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English for essential job duties, including explaining service findings, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, interpreting technical information, and completing service records.
• Ability to safely work at heights using ladders up to 28–32 feet and operate equipment within manufacturer weight limits.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver tools and equipment, including extension ladders, up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach into confined spaces, and perform twisting, pushing, and pulling tasks.
• Physical stamina for repetitive tasks and extended activity, and ability to stand, sit, walk, and climb ladders throughout the day.
• Ability to use vision, hearing, and verbal communication continuously.
• Ability to operate work-related equipment such as iPads, cell phones, and computers.

Nice To Haves

• A Journeyman's License may be required in some states.
• State-specific licenses may be required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair HVAC/R systems, including electrical, mechanical, and electronic components.
• Perform maintenance and emergency service as needed, including after-hours on-call rotations.
• Accurately document service details using company-provided iPads.
• Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory.
• Communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures.
• Identify additional service opportunities and share them with customers.
• Read and interpret job-related technical instructions and safety information, and complete accurate service documentation.
• Travel to customer sites as needed.
• Follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
• Eligibility for seasonal bonuses.
• Fully equipped company van and gas card.
• Paid port-to-port travel.
• Tool allowance.
• Paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement.
• Multiple health plans, including a free employee-only option.
• Dental and vision coverage starting after 30 days.
• Free life insurance equal to annual salary.
• 401(k) with a 50% company match on the first 6%.
• Optional supplemental life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Seven paid holidays and paid time off.
• Discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED