HVAC Technician

School Efficiency Company LLC; Medina; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled HVAC Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair HVAC systems for diverse facilities. You will read drawings, test and commission equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role requires 3–7 years hands-on HVAC experience, knowledge of AHUs, DX, VRF/VRV, and familiarity with ASHRAE/SMACNA standards. GCC/UAE project exposure is preferred. We offer tax-free salary, medical, life insurance, and annual leave.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI in HVAC or Refrigeration required.
• 3–7 years of hands-on HVAC experience preferred.
• GCC/UAE project experience is advantageous.
• Familiar with international standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, CIBSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, maintain and repair HVAC systems per project specs.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, and control systems; perform leak testing and refrigerant handling.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers and other trades; respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

HVAC installation

Maintenance & repair

Troubleshooting

Refrigerants handling

Reading drawings

Education

Diploma/ITI in HVAC

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for residential, commercial, or industrial facilities. The role ensures HVAC systems operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.

• Install, test, commission, maintain, and repair HVAC systems including:
  • Chillers, AHUs, FCUs, DX units, VRF/VRV systems.
  • Split & packaged units, exhaust/fresh air systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedules.
• Diagnose system faults and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Ensure refrigerant charging, pressure testing, vacuuming, and leak detection are conducted properly.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, local codes, and project quality requirements.
• Maintain service reports, maintenance logs, and records.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and other trades as required.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/ITI in HVAC, Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-7 years of hands-on HVAC experience (project/facilities-based).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience in GCC/UAE projects preferred.
• Familiar with international standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, CIBSE - preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• HVAC installation, testing & commissioning.
• Preventive & breakdown maintenance.
• Fault diagnosis & troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of refrigerants and handling procedures.
• Ability to work from drawings and method statements.
• Basic electrical & control panel knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Worker Type Employee Job Type Craft Labor / RPSS

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and technology. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.