HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Erie, PA

21d

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role involves troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems, including electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians perform maintenance and emergency service, including participating in after-hours on-call rotations, and document service details using company-provided iPads. The technician maintains a company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory; communicates with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures; and identifies additional service opportunities. The job requires reading and interpreting technical instructions and safety information and completing accurate service documentation in English. Work includes travel to customer sites and occasionally working in an office environment.

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 explaining service findings, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, interpreting technical information, and completing service records.
Ability to work safely 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 lbs.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach into confined spaces, and perform twisting, pushing, and pulling tasks.
Ability to maintain stamina for repetitive tasks and extended activity and to stand, sit, walk, and climb ladders throughout the day.
Ability to use vision, hearing, and verbal communication continuously and operate work-related equipment such as iPads, cell phones, and computers.

Nice To Haves

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, including after-hours on-call rotations.
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, schematics, work plans, and safety information.
Complete accurate service records in English.
Travel to customer sites as needed and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Eligibility for seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company van and gas card.
Daily dispatch directly from home.
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.
Discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.