Senior Technician - HVAC

FORTEK Pvt. Ltd.; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual increments

Bonuses

Medical facility

Paid leaves

Gratuity

EOBI

Training & development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

FORTEK Pvt. Ltd. is looking for an HVAC Specialist Technician – Data Centers to lead on-site HVAC execution for data centers and critical IT facilities.

The role requires advanced troubleshooting, and the ability to ensure SLA delivery while guiding junior technicians and maintaining uptime. Focus areas include precision cooling, redundancy, and 24/7 readiness environments. Diploma/DAE in HVAC with 4–6 years' experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma/DAE in HVAC or relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years in HVAC maintenance/installations, 2+ years in lead role.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and replacement of HVAC components (indoor/outdoor units, coils, dampers).
• Install and verify ducting, piping, insulation, supports; supervise brazing and testing.
• Support testing, balancing, commissioning per drawings and OEM guidelines.
• Ensure data center cooling, redundancy, and airflow requirements are met.
• Diagnose and resolve complex HVAC faults; respond to emergencies per SLA.
• Execute preventive maintenance; manage spare parts and logs.
• Guide junior technicians; maintain service reports and client reporting.

Skills

Advanced HVAC troubleshooting

Precision cooling

Reading drawings/schematics

Safety awareness

Team coordination/mentoring

Education

DAE in HVAC or related

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The HVAC Specialist Technician – Data Centers is responsible for leading on-site HVAC execution, advanced troubleshooting, and SLA delivery for data centers, IT facilities, and mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role requires strong hands‑on expertise, the ability to work independently, and the capability to guide junior technicians while ensuring system reliability, compliance, and uptime.

The position plays a key role in precision cooling, redundancy systems, and 24/7 readiness environments, supporting both project delivery and operational support models.

Type of Position:Full-time

Job Location

Head Office (Islamabad) with frequent/occasional travel to project sites across Pakistan.

Candidate must be willing to travel nationwide as per business requirements.

Position Structure

Department

Technical and Projects / HVAC

Stream

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Cooling (HVAC)

Job Requirements

Base Qualifications

• Diploma
• Graduate
• Intermediate

Skills & Tools

Technical Skills

• Advanced HVAC troubleshooting
• Precision cooling & critical infrastructure exposure
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Strong safety awareness and site discipline
• Team coordination and mentoring capability

Soft Skills

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Strong communication and leadership skills.

Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality.

Certifications (Preferred)

Advanced HVAC Troubleshooting Certification

Precision Cooling / Data Center HVAC Training

OEM HVAC technical training (CRAC, VRF, Chillers, AHUs)

Electrical Safety & LOTO Training

Job Experience Required

Key Qualifications

Education

Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in HVAC, Mechanical, or relevant discipline. Bachlors Degree is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 4–6 years of experience in HVAC maintenance and installation, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead technician role.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead and support installation and replacement of HVAC components including indoor/outdoor units, coils, valves, dampers, and accessories

Execute and verify installation of ducting, copper piping, insulation, supports, vibration isolators, and accessories

Perform and supervise brazing, pipe bending, pressure testing, nitrogen purging, vacuuming, and refrigerant charging

Assist in equipment shifting, alignment, leveling, anchoring, and fixing

Support testing, balancing, and commissioning activities in accordance with drawings and OEM guidelines

Ensure HVAC installations meet data center cooling, redundancy, and airflow requirements

2. SLA Operations & Advanced Troubleshooting

Independently diagnose and resolve complex HVAC faults in critical environments

Respond to breakdowns and emergencies within defined SLA timelines

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-related HVAC issues

Ensure uptime, temperature, humidity, and airflow compliance

Coordinate escalations and emergency response actions

3. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Execute and supervise preventive maintenance schedules

Conduct inspections and cleaning of filters, ducts, coils, drain trays, and airflow paths

Analyze recurring faults and performance degradation

Ensure spare parts readiness and maintenance effectiveness

Recommend corrective actions and system improvements

4. Electrical Safety, Controls & Compliance

Assist with basic electrical connections for HVAC equipment including power and control wiring (as authorized)

Support installation and calibration of thermostats, controllers, sensors, and actuators

Follow Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO) and electrical safety practices strictly

Ensure compliance with site HSE policies and SOPs

Identify electrical or control risks and elevate proactively

5. Team Guidance, Documentation & Reporting

• Guide and support junior technicians and helpers
• Allocate daily technical tasks and verify work quality
• Maintain service reports, maintenance logs, and checklists
• Record operational ratings and fault history
• Support audits, inspections, and client reporting

Competitive salary, annual increments & bonuses, medical facility, paid leaves, gratuity, EOBI, training & development, collaborative work environment.

Reporting Responsibilities (Daily, Weekly & Monthly)

Daily Reporting

Daily Tasks:

• Record HVAC operational parameters (temperature, humidity, alarms)
• Log breakdowns, corrective actions, and service activities in Odoo
• Update daily maintenance and site activity reports
• Report safety observations, incidents, or near misses
• Verify task completion of junior staff

Weekly Reporting

Weekly Tasks:

• Update preventive maintenance status and pending actions
• Review recurring faults and escalation history
• Submit weekly maintenance and SLA performance summary
• Verify spare parts usage and tool condition
• Participate in coordination & planning meetings

Monthly Reporting

Monthly Tasks:

• Support preparation of monthly HVAC performance and SLA reports
• Review asset health, fault trends, and improvement actions
• Assist in audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
• Recommend technical improvements and training needs
• Validate asset records and maintenance schedules in Odoo