Campus HVAC Technician - Chillers, VRF & Cooling Towers

Aerotek; California; On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an HVAC Technician for a contract-to-hire role based on a Thousand Oaks campus, CA. The position focuses on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex commercial HVAC systems in a university environment.

You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with responsibilities across cooling towers, water source heat pumps, chillers, VRF systems, and related electrical/mechanical equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of commercial HVAC experience.
• Hands-on cooling towers experience in a commercial environment.
• Experience with water source heat pumps operation and maintenance.
• Experience with chillers in commercial applications.
• Familiarity with VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) systems, troubleshooting and service.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC controls and electrical systems.
• Proficient with refrigeration cycles and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex commercial HVAC systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC systems, including cooling towers, water source heat pumps, chillers, and VRF systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in HVAC controls, electrical systems, refrigeration cycles, and mechanical equipment with minimal supervision.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all assigned HVAC equipment to maximize reliability and extend equipment life.
• Inspect and test HVAC components and systems to ensure proper operation and compliance with performance standards.
• Monitor system performance, identify inefficiencies or irregularities, and implement corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications to support accurate troubleshooting and repairs.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily tasks to support campus operations during the standard Monday through Friday work schedule.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, parts used, and system performance for future reference.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices while working with electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems in an active campus setting.

Skills

Commercial HVAC

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

VRF systems

Chillers & towers

Job description

Aerotek is seeking an HVAC Technician for a contract-to-hire role based on a Thousand Oaks campus, CA. The position focuses on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex commercial HVAC systems in a university environment.

You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with responsibilities across cooling towers, water source heat pumps, chillers, VRF systems, and related electrical/mechanical equipment, ensuring safe, reliable operation.