Trade Professional - HVAC
About The Position
The Trade Professional - HVAC takes ownership of projects and work orders to ensure reliable operation of critical building systems. The role involves planning and managing installations, troubleshooting and responding to urgent situations, operating equipment used to install, repair, and maintain building systems, and maintaining accurate project records. The position also manages equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and ensure needed items are available. The employee responds to emergencies during or after hours to address immediate safety concerns and promotes continuous improvement in workplace safety, environmental practices, area processes, and waste reduction. The position is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. The employer describes the role as Trade Professional level and welcomes applicants with a range of experience; candidates may be considered for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly. Pay is $33.00–$50.00 per hour, with starting pay based on job-related factors such as experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Requirements
- EPA Refrigeration Certification, minimum Type II, or obtain it within 6 months of employment.
- Initiate, build, and maintain healthy relationships with coworkers while keeping company goals in mind.
- Read, understand, follow, and strictly enforce safety procedures.
- Ability to work various shifts, hours, and days depending on workload.
- Valid driver's license.
- Self-motivation and the ability to maintain high-quality work.
- Experience with lockout/tagout and stop-work procedures.
- Computer-operation experience for information gathering, time reporting, record keeping, inventory management, and communication.
- Ability to lift and maneuver 40 pounds frequently; pull weight from high or low shelves; safely ascend and descend ladders; reach, bend, grip, and twist; and stand for at least 8 hours.
Nice To Haves
- HVAC Excellence or NATE Certification.
- Experience in maintenance, repair, and installation.
- Experience with water-cooled air compressors.
- Experience with refrigerated air dryers.
- Experience with commercial HVAC package rooftop units (20–130 ton).
- Experience with commercial air-cooled chillers (190–215 ton).
- Experience with in-duct humidification and dehumidification equipment.
- Experience with ultrapure water.
- Experience with process ventilation.
- Experience with boilers (1M+ BTU).
- Experience with commercial water delivery systems, including pumps, piping, motors, softeners, filtration, and UV.
- Experience with commercial building and process plumbing.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with assigned foremen and/or other trade professionals to complete projects and work orders efficiently.
- Plan and manage projects, maintain accurate records, and operate equipment used to install, repair, and maintain building systems.
- Manage equipment and supplies, maintain inventory, and ensure items required for installations and repairs are available.
- Respond to emergency situations during or after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns.
- Follow and promote continuous improvement in workplace safety, environmental practices, area processes, and waste reduction opportunities.
Benefits
- Employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 10 paid holidays.
- Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
- 9 paid sick days.
- Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
- STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits are also mentioned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
