HVAC Technician

ABM US•Torrance, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ABM is hiring an HVAC Technician to support commercial facility operations in Torrance, California. The role involves operating, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC, mechanical, and Building Automation Systems (BAS), including air and water systems. The campus relies primarily on a central plant for heating and cooling; experience with central plant systems is advantageous. The technician works under direct supervision, follows site standards for safety, quality, housekeeping, and security, and uses standard HVAC testing equipment and tools. Duties include documenting equipment and system maintenance, identifying when diagnosis or repair is needed, and applying accepted HVAC trade practices and industry standards. The role supports 24/7/365 facility operations through a trimester rotating shift schedule.

Requirements

Be an advanced student in an Applied Technologies HVAC program.
Hold an EPA Refrigerant License or be able to obtain one within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree in HVAC/R technologies, achieved or in progress.
One to three years of related HVAC experience in campus, industrial, or commercial HVAC work.
EPA 608 Universal Certification.
Experience with central plant systems.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, mechanical, and Building Automation Systems (BAS) in a commercial facility environment.
Monitor and support central plant operations, including campus-wide heating and cooling systems.
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on HVAC, air, water, and mechanical systems.
Diagnose equipment malfunctions and carry out corrective repairs using standard HVAC testing equipment and tools.
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and control sequences.
Record maintenance activities, equipment performance data, and repairs in system logs and documentation.
Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and operational issues during assigned shifts.
Support 24/7/365 facility operations through a rotating shift schedule.
Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment reliability, efficiency, and compliance with operational standards.
Follow site safety, security, housekeeping, and quality procedures.
Use accepted HVAC trade practices and industry standards when performing maintenance and repairs.
Assist with building operations and help keep critical systems operational with minimal downtime.
Collaborate with facility teams, contractors, and management on maintenance and repair projects.
Perform duties in accordance with company policies and site-specific safety requirements.