HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Portland, OR

54d

About The Position

Nextech is seeking an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining HVAC/R systems, including electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians perform emergency service as needed, including after-hours on-call rotations, and may identify additional service opportunities for customers. Technicians are dispatched from home and use a company-provided, fully equipped vehicle, gas card, and iPad. The position includes paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement. Compensation is $35.00–$40.00 per hour. A sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 is available to qualified candidates, and seasonal bonuses may also be earned. This is a physically active position involving customer-site travel, working at heights, handling tools and equipment, and performing a range of repetitive and strenuous tasks. Technicians are also occasionally required to work in an office environment and must follow applicable safety procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 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 customer and team communications, 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 and endurance for repetitive tasks and extended activity.
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.
Document service details accurately 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.
Complete accurate service documentation.
Travel to customer sites as needed and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Seasonal bonuses.
Company vehicle and gas card.
Paid port-to-port travel.
Tool allowance.
Paid training and certification support.
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.
Exclusive discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.