Chiller COE Tech

Herc Rentals Inc.; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending and health savings

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Herc Rentals Inc. in Geismar, LA is seeking a Chiller Technician I to begin hands-on work in installation, maintenance, and repair of chiller systems. You will work under guidance to build skills in chiller tools, preventive maintenance, and safety standards while supporting senior techs.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED (technical certification preferred) and a valid driver’s license. Expect to learn and contribute daily in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical/trade school certification preferred.
• Experience servicing water-cooled and air-cooled chillers (helical screw, centrifugal, or reciprocating), or equivalent mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a working understanding of chiller maintenance procedures and tools.
• Install, commission, maintain, and repair industrial and commercial chiller systems, including air-cooled and water-cooled units.
• Perform cleaning, pump greasing, and all non-licensed preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate service records, maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
• Adhere to all Herc Rentals safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with dispatch, customers, and team members.
• Assist senior technicians with equipment installation, removal, and load-outs for customers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Detail oriented

Customer focused

Physical stamina

Outdoor/indoor versatility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/technical certification preferred

Job description

Chiller COE Tech

Geismar, LA, USA, 70734

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 11/3/26

Job Purpose

As a Chiller Technician I at Herc Rentals, you will begin building hands‑on expertise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial and commercial chiller systems. Working under the guidance of more senior technicians, you will develop a strong foundation in chiller tools, preventive maintenance practices, and safety standards, ensuring reliable equipment operation for our customers.

What you will do...

• Develop a working understanding of chiller maintenance procedures and tools.
• Install, commission, maintain, and repair industrial and commercial chiller systems, including air‑cooled and water‑cooled units.
• Perform cleaning, pump greasing, and all non‑licensed preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate service records, maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
• Adhere to all Herc Rentals safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with dispatch, customers, and team members.
• Assist senior technicians with equipment installation, removal, and load‑outs for customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/trade school certification preferred.
• Experience servicing water‑cooled and air‑cooled chillers (helical screw, centrifugal, or reciprocating), or equivalent mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Valid driver's license

Skills

• Eagerness to learn chiller and HVAC systems with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Customer‑focused with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, confined spaces, heights).
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as required
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including stretching, turning, twisting, and reaching overhead
• Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods

Req #

72470

Pay Range

$33 to $45 per hour

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flex spending and health savings accounts
• Virtual Health Visits
• 24 Hour Nurse Line
• Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Weight Loss Program

Building Your Financial Future

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
• Paid parental leave.
• Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Group Legal Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factors.