Commercial HVAC Service Technician

APPA; Claremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

10% retirement contributions after one

Group life insurance

Generous time off

Professional development funds

Discounts for mobile plans, software,

Access to fitness facilities

Job summary

APPA's Claremont campus seeks a Commercial HVAC Service Technician with seven to ten years of experience to inspect, maintain, repair, and install complex systems across campus facilities.

You will diagnose issues from blueprints, perform preventive maintenance, work with building automation systems, and participate in on-call rotations. A valid driver's license and EPA certification are required; overtime and weekend hours are possible.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of demonstrated experience in commercial HVAC applying the techniques of the trade.
• Fluent English language skills including reading, writing, and comprehension.
• Ability to work in conditions requiring safety compliance with OSHA/Cal/OSHA rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, DX systems, and related components.
• Interpret blueprints and instructions to determine operation sequences for maintenance and repair.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and recommend repairs to keep equipment in good condition.
• Replace compressors, pumps, seals, and motors as needed.
• Perform start-ups and emergency service calls.
• Complete service reports with accurate notes and readings.
• Access BAS/EMS systems via front-end terminals and perform routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot using electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic testing equipment.
• Assist in installing major new air conditioning systems and related equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong math skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Commercial HVAC Service Technician performs advanced inspection, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of complex commercial HVAC systems and related components. This position serves as a senior level technician, assists with planning and coordination of work, and supports system reliability across campus facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following are the fundamental duties and responsibilities of this position which the incumbent must be able to perform to fulfill the purpose and requirements of this position.

• Maintain and repair HVAC equipment including Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, DX systems ranging from 2 to 200 tons, split systems, VRF ducted and ductless systems, water pumps, heat pumps, fans, air handler units, heating units, refrigeration equipment, and air compressors.
• From interpreting blueprints, manufactures’ instructions, and written or verbal instructions, determine the sequence of operations required to maintain, repair, and adjust air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform periodic or special preventive maintenance inspections to ascertain the general condition of the equipment and make recommendations for repairs as necessary to keep the equipment in good operating condition.
• Replace compressors, pumps, pump seals and motors.
• Perform factory level equipment start-ups, and emergency service calls.
• Complete service reports with accurate notes, readings and recommendations
• Access and navigate building automation control systems through front-end computer terminals
• Perform the recommended routine preventive maintenance on the equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems using appropriate electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic testing equipment.
• Adjust pneumatic, mechanical, and electric controls, including calibrating, replacing, and setting for appropriate temperatures and pressures.
• Assist in the installation of major new air conditioning systems, including installation of ducts, piping, various air conditioning units, and related equipment.
• Perform Air Conditioning Shop and Central Facilities Services duties.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Unless otherwise stated, the following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below.

Education: High school diploma, or the equivalent through additional education, training, and/or experience beyond the minimum required.

Experience: At least seven to ten years (7-10) of demonstrated experience in commercial HVAC applying the techniques of the trade.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluent English language skills, including ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write.
• Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, determine linear measurements, compute areas and volumes of conventional shapes and forms, and compute approximate weight of objects.
• Ability to climb ladders, crawl in attics and under building, lift and carry heavy equipment, bend, stoop, work from heights, and work in uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to work under all weather conditions.
• Be able to be contacted by telephone during non-working hours.
• Be available for overtime work and to be on-call.
• Be able to wear protective clothing and equipment as required by the tasks being performed.
• Be able to work in a safe manner and comply with all applicable OSHA and Cal/OSHA rules.
• Present a neat and professional appearance and be capable of performing all tasks and presenting oneself in a manner that reflects favorably on CFS and TCCS, and of promoting the interests of these organizations throughout The Claremont Colleges and TCCS.
• Thorough knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration thermodynamic and psychometric principles.

Other

• Universal EPA certification.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.
• A valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to TCC’s automobile liability insurance provider.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VRF systems including service, replacement, installation, set up and commissioning for Mitsubishi, Carrier and LG VRF systems.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• HVAC/R Mechanic Certificate

Physical Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory results on the following post-offer pre-employment driving record check.
• This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work on a continuous basis and involves prolonged standing and walking, frequent movement into varying body positions, and regular climbing of ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or similar structures.
• The role routinely requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, equipment, and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as working in indoor and outdoor environments under varying weather and environmental conditions, including noisy, confined, elevated, or low-ventilation spaces.
• Employees must be able to safely operate vehicles, equipment, or machinery, including street-legal golf carts and company vehicles, communicate effectively in person and by phone or other devices, read and interpret printed or electronic materials, and occasionally perform computer-based work requiring repetitive hand and wrist movement.
• Required safety practices include wearing designated uniforms, non-slip or work shoes, and appropriatepersonalprotectiveequipment (PPE).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Schedule

The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Will be added to the on-call rotation to include weekends. May be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the organization or business unit.

COMPENSATION

Pay: The pay range for this position is $40-$45 an hour.

Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including:

• medical, dental, vision
• 10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required)
• group life insurance
• generous time off
• professional development funds
• discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment
• access to fitness facilities
• and more!