Commercial HVAC Service Tech — Growth & Training Path

Vulcan Mechanical Services; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Mechanical Services is seeking a Commercial HVAC Service Technician in Birmingham, AL. This role focuses on maintenance and service with roughly 60/40 split, predominantly commercial work, and no residential or refrigeration.

Requirements include 2-5 years of commercial HVAC experience, EPA Universal Certification, and a valid driver's license. Expect independent handling of routine service calls with strong diagnostics and customer communication.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of commercial HVAC experience (PM and/or service).
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to independently handle routine service calls with minimal oversight.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability (not just parts replacement).
• Professional communication skills with customers and team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on commercial HVAC systems
• Diagnose and repair system issues using standard diagnostic tools
• Repair or replace components including motors, contactors, compressors, and control devices
• Accurately document work using phone-based software
• Communicate findings clearly with customers and internal team
• Deliver high-quality work with minimal callbacks

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Independent worker

Diagnose and repair

Education

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Description

Vulcan Mechanical Services is hiring a Commercial HVAC Service Technician with 2+ years of commercial experience focused on maintenance and service.

This role is a mix of preventative maintenance and service work (approximately 60/40, seasonally variable). Technicians are expected to independently handle routine service calls and contribute to maintaining low callback rates through accurate diagnostics and quality workmanship.

Work is 100% commercial with no residential and no refrigeration.

Requirements

What You’ll Work On

· Rooftop units (RTUs)

· Split systems

· VRF systems

· Boilers

· Chillers

Responsibilities

· Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on commercial HVAC systems

· Diagnose and repair system issues using standard diagnostic tools

· Repair or replace components including motors, contactors, compressors, and control devices

· Accurately document work using phone-based software

· Communicate findings clearly with customers and internal team

· Deliver high-quality work with minimal callbacks

Qualifications (Required)

· 2–5 years of commercial HVAC experience (PM and/or service)

· EPA Universal Certification (required)

· Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

· Ability to independently handle routine service calls with minimal oversight

· Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability (not just parts replacement)

· Professional communication skills with customers and team

What Sets Our Top Technicians Apart

· Consistently low callbacks

· Strong communication with customers and office staff

· Ability to diagnose problems correctly the first time

· Reliable, accountable, and team-oriented

Why Vulcan Mechanical Services

· Stable, established company with 30+ years in commercial HVAC

· Strong team-first culture where technicians support each other

· Ongoing training and development to advance your skillset

· Clear path for growth into higher-level service roles