HVAC & Mechanical Service Technician — Amsterdam (Freelance)

Darwin Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical/HVAC Service Technician to support an Amsterdam-based market leader in Air Technology. The role focuses on servicing, troubleshooting and upgrading HVAC equipment on-site, with opportunities for full-time employment after an initial freelance contract.

The candidate will plan visits, provide customer guidance, document interventions and collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC, air conditioning or similar technical environment.
• Refrigerant handling certification/licence would be an advantage.
• Strong customer service with a commercially aware approach.
• Able to work independently, methodically and in an organised manner.
• Technical English would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Commission, troubleshoot and maintain a range of HVAC and air-handling equipment.
• Provide customers with technical guidance and training on operation of equipment.
• Diagnose faults and identify practical solutions based on customer requirements.
• Complete detailed service and intervention reports.
• Carry out equipment upgrades, modifications and retrofits where required.
• Plan and prepare service visits, including travel arrangements and required equipment.
• Maintain tools and technical equipment to a good standard.
• Provide remote technical assistance and troubleshooting when needed.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for spare parts and upgrades.
• Work with internal teams to ensure service requirements are planned and delivered.

Skills

HVAC experience

Customer service

Independent worker

MS Office

Technical English

Education

Technical qualification in HVAC or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Darwin Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical/HVAC Service Technician to support an Amsterdam-based market leader in Air Technology. The role focuses on servicing, troubleshooting and upgrading HVAC equipment on-site, with opportunities for full-time employment after an initial freelance contract.

The candidate will plan visits, provide customer guidance, document interventions and collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality service.