Building HVAC Technician

cw; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Building HVAC Technician in McLean, VA. This role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, plus BAS interfacing to optimize energy use.

The position requires EPA 608 certification, a high school diploma or GED, and postsecondary HVAC training or apprenticeship. Benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive insurance options.

Qualifications

• HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair experience.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and diagnose faults.
• Familiarity with refrigerants, BAS, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• System installation of furnaces, AC units, heat pumps, and ductwork.
• Routine maintenance including filters, coils, and refrigerant checks.
• Diagnostics and repair of electrical wiring and compressors.
• Automation management with Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Skills

Electrical Aptitude

Mechanical Know-How

Plumbing & Piping

BAS Interface

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC Apprenticeship (3–5 years)

EPA Section 608 Certification

Job description

Job Title

Building HVAC Technician

Job Description Summary

Building HVAC technician is a skilled tradesperson responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems that control indoor temperature and air quality. Operating at the crossroads of electrical work, mechanics, and plumbing, these professionals ensure systems run efficiently while safely handling complex refrigerants and combustion equipment.

Job Description

Core Job Responsibilities

• System Installation: Assembling and setting up furnaces, air conditioning units, heat pumps, and ductwork.
• Routine Maintenance: Testing basic functions, checking refrigerant lines, cleaning coils, and replacing filters to keep systems running safely.
• Diagnostics & Repairs: Troubleshooting electrical wiring faults, replacing faulty compressors, or tracking down airflow blockages
• Automation Management: Interfacing with computer-managed Building Automation Systems (BAS) to calibrate sensors and maximize facility energy efficiency.

Specialized Technical Skills

• Electrical Aptitude: Reading complex wiring diagrams and tracking power loads.
• Mechanical Know-How: Tuning moving parts like heavy-duty fans, belts, pulleys, and motor systems.
• Plumbing & Piping: Managing condensate drain lines, refrigerant pipes, and system water loops.
• Chiller/Tower experience a plus

Licensing & Training Requirements

• EPA Section 608 Certification
• Trade Education: hold a high school diploma or GED, complete 6 to 24 months of formal postsecondary education for HVAC (or a 3–5 year apprenticeship),
• Local State Licenses: Preferred and/or 10 years’ experience

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $39.23 - $46.15Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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