Roving HVAC Technician

Pan American Properties • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Remote

About The Position

Pan American Properties, Inc. is seeking an experienced and dependable Roving HVAC Technician to join our Maintenance & Renovations team serving multifamily apartment communities throughout the Greater Los Angeles region. In this field-based role, you'll travel between assigned properties to provide HVAC service across our multifamily portfolio - diagnosing problems, completing repairs and preventative maintenance, and assisting with equipment installations and replacements. We're looking for someone who knows how to do more than swap parts. Our ideal HVAC Technician has strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, understands how the different components of a system work together, and can identify the actual source of a problem and determine the right solution. You'll work with a variety of residential HVAC equipment, including traditional split systems, furnaces, air handlers, heat pumps, and ductless mini-split systems, while providing professional service in both occupied and vacant apartment homes. If you're an experienced HVAC professional who takes pride in solving problems correctly, producing quality work, and being someone your team can depend on, we'd like to hear from you.

Requirements

• Previous professional HVAC Technician experience - Required
• EPA Section 608 Certification - Required
• Strong residential HVAC diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of HVAC electrical, mechanical, refrigerant, airflow, and control systems.
• Ability to independently diagnose common HVAC failures and determine appropriate repairs.
• Experience servicing and repairing common residential HVAC equipment and components.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical information.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently manage assigned work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents, Property Management, Dispatch, Supervisors, and other team members.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand conversational English.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Reliable personal transportation and valid proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between assigned properties throughout the Greater Los Angeles region.
• Comfortable using a smartphone and technology-based systems throughout the workday for communication, work order management, scheduling, navigation, documentation, and other job-related functions.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screening

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ductless mini-split systems - Strongly Preferred
• Experience working within multifamily residential properties is preferred.
• Additional HVAC certifications
• Multifamily property experience

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot residential heating and air conditioning systems.
• Identify electrical, mechanical, refrigerant, airflow, and control-related problems.
• Repair and replace motors, capacitors, contactors, thermostats, relays, disconnects, and other HVAC components.
• Diagnose issues involving compressors, condenser units, evaporator coils, blower motors, air handlers, and related equipment.
• Identify the root cause of system failures and determine the most appropriate repair.
• Test completed repairs to verify proper system operation and performance.
• Identify when equipment can reasonably be repaired and when larger repairs or replacement should be recommended.
• Diagnose, service, and repair ductless mini-split and heat pump systems.
• Troubleshoot indoor and outdoor units, controls, sensors, electrical components, refrigerant circuits, and condensate systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, including filter and coil cleaning and condensate drainage inspections.
• Install, replace, and commission ductless mini-split equipment based on experience and applicable requirements.
• Diagnose system performance and refrigerant issues specific to ductless equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance designed to keep equipment operating reliably and identify concerns before they become larger problems.
• Inspecting HVAC systems for proper operation and signs of wear or failure.
• Cleaning and maintaining coils, filters, drains, and other components.
• Inspecting electrical connections and controls.
• Checking condensate drainage.
• Evaluating system operation and performance.
• Identifying developing maintenance or repair needs.
• Documenting findings and recommending additional work when appropriate.
• Perform or assist with HVAC equipment installations and replacements.
• Perform or assist with condenser and air handler replacements.
• Perform or assist with furnace replacements.
• Perform or assist with thermostat and control installations.
• Perform or assist with component replacements.
• Perform or assist with ductless mini-split installations and replacements.
• Perform or assist with refrigerant line and condensate drain installation.
• Perform or assist with electrical and control connections.
• Perform or assist with equipment start-up and commissioning.
• Check system pressures and temperatures.
• Evaluate airflow and system performance.
• Identify potential refrigerant leaks.
• Diagnose undercharge, overcharge, restriction, and other refrigerant-related concerns.
• Perform applicable refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and charging procedures.
• Repair refrigerant-related issues within the scope of your certification and applicable requirements.
• Verify proper system operation following repairs.
• Use mobile applications and digital work order systems to receive, review, manage, update, and complete assigned work.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of diagnoses, repairs, materials used, and work completed.
• Upload photos and other required documentation.
• Communicate material and equipment needs to Supervisors and Dispatch.
• Provide timely updates regarding job status, delays, or additional repairs identified.
• Escalate major repair and replacement recommendations when appropriate.
• Regularly monitor and respond to work-related messages, updates, and notifications.
• Coordinate effectively with Property Management, Maintenance, Dispatch, and other team members.
• Learn and adapt to new company applications, technology, and digital processes as they are introduced.
• Provide HVAC guidance to other Maintenance Technicians when appropriate.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents when working in occupied apartment homes.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Follow applicable HVAC, electrical, refrigerant, and workplace safety requirements.
• Safely handling refrigerants, tools, equipment, and job-related materials.
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas.
• Following manufacturer specifications and established repair procedures.
• Using tools and diagnostic equipment appropriately.
• Maintaining professional standards while working in residents' homes and throughout our communities.

Benefits

• Affordable, high-quality medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options for you and your family.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Short-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Paid vacation, sick, bereavement, and holiday time off.
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities.
• Opportunities to continue building your technical skills and grow within our Maintenance & Renovations team.

What This Job Offers

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