Associate Service Technician

CHC Hydro; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Company vehicle and equipment

Job summary

CHC Hydro is seeking an Associate Service Technician to perform start-ups, troubleshooting, and repair work on commercial HVAC and plumbing systems in field operations around Vancouver, WA. Some travel is required.

You’ll work with pumps, boilers, water heaters, chillers, and VFDs, and interface with Building Management Systems. A company truck, tools, tablet, laptop, and ongoing training with tuition reimbursement are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial/industrial experience with HVAC, plumbing, boiler, or pumping equipment.
• EPA 608 License (Type II or Universal) required.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform start-ups, troubleshooting, tuning, and warranty repairs on CHC product lines.
• Verify equipment setup and programming according to manufacturer manuals.
• Set up and troubleshoot communication interfaces with Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Measure voltage up to 480V and perform wiring between electrical panels and equipment.
• Provide operational guidance and training to customers and maintenance staff.
• Maintain provided company vehicle and manage truck tool inventory.

Skills

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Field service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Microsoft 365

Tablets / laptops

Job description

Associate Service Technician – Commercial HVAC & Plumbing

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Field-Based)

Location: Field Operations - Vancouver, WA (travel required as needed)

Why Join CHC?

Benefits

At CHC, we invest in our team members for the long haul. We offer industry-leading benefits, total career ownership, and the tools you need to succeed in the field:

• Ownership Culture: Build real wealth with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Continuous Growth: Expand your skills with continuous training and full tuition reimbursement for formal education.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO and paid holidays to ensure you recharge.
• Fully Equipped: We provide a company truck, tools, tablet, laptop, and cellphone.

Job Overview

As an Associate Service Technician, you will perform start-ups, tuning, troubleshooting, and repairs for commercial HVAC and plumbing systems, including pumps, boilers, water heaters, chillers, and VFDs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform start-ups, troubleshooting, tuning, and warranty repairs on CHC product lines.
• Verify equipment setup and programming according to manufacturer manuals.
• Set up and troubleshoot communication interfaces with Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Measure voltage up to 480V and perform wiring between electrical panels and equipment.
• Provide operational guidance and training to customers and maintenance staff.
• Maintain provided company vehicle and manage truck tool inventory.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of commercial/industrial experience with HVAC, plumbing, boiler, or pumping equipment.
• License: EPA 608 License (Type II or Universal).
• Driver's License: Clean driving record.
• Tech‑Savvy: Proficient in using tablets, laptops, diagnostic tools, and Microsoft 365.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime and travel/stay overnight when business demands require.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED

Bonus Points!

• Knowledge of direct digital controls and VFDs
• Relevant licenses in HVAC, EPA, electrical, plumbing, or boilers, where applicable
• Associate’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, HVAC, Plumbing, or Boilers

CHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.