Birmingham - Commercial HVAC Technician

TriSearch; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company take-home vehicle

Gas card

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Leading Mechanical Services Provider is seeking a Senior Commercial/Industrial HVAC Service Technician (A-Tech) in the Birmingham, AL area. This field-based role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining large commercial/industrial HVAC systems, including RTUs, boilers, chillers, and BAS-related components.

Independence and strong customer service are essential. Requirements include 5+ years of HVAC service experience, the ability to service 50–100+ ton equipment, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC service experience; strong troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience servicing large commercial HVAC systems (50–100+ tons).
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical issues.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on large equipment.
• Service rooftop units, package units, boilers, and pumps.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Communicate professionally with customers and work independently.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Field service

Customer communication

Independent work

On-call readiness

Tools

RTUs/Boilers/Chillers

BAS familiarity

Job description

Senior Commercial/Industrial HVAC Service Technician (A-Tech)

• Company: Leading Mechanical Services Provider
• Location: Birmingham, AL
• Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
• Compensation: $30–$50/hour (up to $55/hour for exceptional candidates) + $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

About Our Client

Our client has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC services throughout Alabama since 1991. Their technicians service some of the region's largest commercial facilities, industrial plants, healthcare systems, educational institutions, and government facilities. They specialize in large-scale commercial HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and building automation systems.

Position Summary

As a Senior Commercial/Industrial HVAC Service Technician (A-Tech), you will troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain large commercial and industrial HVAC systems throughout the Birmingham area. This is a field-based service position for experienced technicians who enjoy solving complex problems and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on large commercial equipment.
• Service commercial package units ranging from 50 to 100+ tons.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical system failures.
• Service and repair rooftop units (RTUs), package units, boilers, pumps, and cooling systems.
• Perform startup, repairs, and system performance testing.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Communicate professionally with customers and provide exceptional service.
• Complete work independently with minimal supervision.
• Participate in an on-call rotation approximately every 5–6 weeks.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC service experience (7+ years preferred).
• Experience servicing and diagnosing large commercial HVAC systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Experience working on 50–100+ ton commercial equipment.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical issues.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial chillers
• Industrial boilers
• Cooling towers
• Water pumps
• Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Commercial controls
• Large rooftop units (RTUs)
• Trane CGAM or similar screw/scroll compressor systems

What Makes a Great Candidate

• Is primarily a service technician, not an installer.
• Can independently diagnose and repair equipment.
• Has experience with large commercial and industrial systems.
• Works well with customers.
• Is dependable, professional, and mature.
• Takes ownership of repairs with minimal callbacks.
• Has experience mentoring or leading other technicians (preferred).

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $30–$50/hour based on experience (Up to $55/hour for exceptional A-Level technicians)
• Sign-On Bonus: $2,000
• Guaranteed 40-hour work weeks with year-round employment
• Company take-home vehicle and gas card
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 7% company 401(k) match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career advancement opportunities into leadership or sales

Why Join the Team?

Our client invests in experienced technicians by providing excellent benefits, industry-leading retirement contributions, quality equipment, and a stable, year-round workload. If you're looking for a long-term career servicing large commercial and industrial HVAC systems with a respected Alabama contractor, we'd love to hear from you.