About The Position

Budderfly is a fast-growth, private equity-backed energy management outsourcing company committed to reducing global carbon emissions for small to medium-sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, and retail franchises. Budderfly installs, monitors, and manages patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software to deliver complete energy-saving solutions. We are seeking a motivated individual to fill the role of a Service Excellence HVAC/R Lead Technician in Knoxville, TN. This position is responsible for ensuring the optimal and efficient operation of Budderfly's HVAC units. HVAC replacement with ultra-high efficient units is a key initiative for Budderfly to save energy on customer sites. Ensuring these units are properly maintained and retain the most efficient control parameters is vital to the success of this program. This role is a key player in the Tennessee team, tasked with ensuring these units operate at peak efficiency.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience working as a service technician on HVAC/R systems.
  • An EPA 608 Certification is required.
  • HVAC Controls experience.
  • Ability to recognize control and mechanical issues prior to the issue(s) compounding.
  • Customer and safety focused individual.
  • Ability to travel within Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas.
  • Flexibility is required, including working some weekends.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Work across / with organization Teams.

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with Lennox Core Controllers and Carrier SystemVu controllers are a benefit.
  • Enjoys continuous learning, as supported by your organization, both technically and professionally.
  • Desire to grow professionally further than being “just a filter changer.”
  • Desire to help shape a developing team with fellow HVAC/R technicians in your area.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring continued excellent operation of Budderfly HVAC Units within your geographic area, including maintaining and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems and equipment.
  • Identifying maintenance risks on HVAC/R equipment.
  • Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC/R systems.
  • Completing commissioning checks of HVAC Units to ensure continued, efficient operation, including checking and correcting HVAC RTU controller configurations and mechanical operation.
  • Performing physical maintenance on Budderfly HVAC Units, such as changing filters, cleaning coils, inspecting/replacing belts, and inspecting units for other mechanical failures.
  • Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing systems, and performing warranty services.
  • Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
  • Keeping daily logs and records of all functions in the Company work order system.
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable State and Federal standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Complying with service standards, work instructions, and customers' requirements.
  • Assisting with customers' queries.

Benefits

  • Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment
  • Competitive pay
  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance
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