Commercial HVAC Service Technician Level 3

Riddleberger Brothers, Inc; Lynchburg (VA); Vor Ort; USD 46.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with Roth option

Annual bonus opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician - Level 3 for our Ashland, Virginia location. You will diagnose, service, maintain, and repair a wide range of commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers, controls, and hydronic systems.

Minimum five years of commercial HVAC experience required. A strong safety record, professional customer service, and ability to work with complex systems are essential for success in this role.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of five years of commercial HVAC experience.
• High school diploma or GED; trade school graduate preferred.
• Universal Refrigerant Card required; VA/WV tradesman card preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (minimum).
• Broad knowledge of larger commercial HVAC equipment and electrical systems.

Aufgaben

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers and piping systems.
• Service and repair energy systems and controls; work with digital and pneumatic controls.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and safety checks; read gauges and instruments.

Kenntnisse

HVAC experience

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Trade school graduate

Tools

Universal Refrigerant Card

VA/WV tradesman card

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Commercial HVAC Service Technician - Level 3 Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. | Ashland, VA Pay: $33.50-$39.50 per hour

Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. (RBI) is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician - Level 3 for our Ashland, Virginia location. In this role, you will troubleshoot, service, maintain, and repair a wide range of commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers, controls, and hydronic systems. A minimum of five years of commercial HVAC experience is required. We’re looking for a skilled technician with a strong understanding of larger commercial systems, a commitment to safety, and a professional approach to customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Use service literature and technical resources to diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC equipment, including: Air-cooled and water-cooled DX water chillers with reciprocating, scroll, or screw compressors.
• Electronic controls associated with packaged water chillers.
• Chilled-water and hot-water piping and pumping systems, including systems with variable-speed drives.
• Commercial gas-fired and electric hot-water heating systems.
• Electronic and computer-controlled digital temperature controls.
• Variable-speed drives associated with VAV air handlers and pumps.
• Packaged water-cooled air conditioning units up to 100 tons.
• Water-source heat pumps and associated equipment.
• Computer room units with self-contained humidifiers and controls.
• Gas-fired and electric heating systems associated with commercial equipment up to 100 tons.
• Pneumatic, electronic, and modular direct digital control (DDC) systems.
• Air-handling equipment, variable air volume (VAV) systems, and duct systems.
• Direct expansion air conditioning equipment and associated heating systems up to 5 tons.
• Low-voltage temperature controls, including 24-volt and 1- to 10-volt systems.
• Start systems, observe operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust valves, controls, and pumps to achieve proper operation.
• Accurately diagnose equipment problems and repair or replace worn or defective components.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including filter changes, coil and fan cleaning, belt adjustments and replacement, and bearing lubrication.
• Perform basic maintenance on atmospheric gas-fired hot-water boilers.
• Install mounting supports, position equipment, assemble and braze components, and connect equipment wiring to electrical power sources.
• Keep the dispatcher informed after each service call, provide job status updates, and confirm the next day’s assignment before leaving.
• Bring equipment concerns and customer issues to the supervisor’s attention.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Assist more senior technicians as directed and complete other assigned duties.
• Participate in required training and continuing education.

What You’ll Bring

• At least five years of commercial HVAC experience.
• A high school diploma or GED and graduation from a trade school.
• A Universal Refrigerant Card.
• A Virginia and/or West Virginia tradesman card.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification at a minimum; additional training may be required.
• Broad knowledge of larger commercial HVAC equipment.
• An understanding of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, organization, and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work cooperatively with employees and customers to solve problems and meet customer needs.
• A professional, positive attitude and a commitment to honesty, integrity, accuracy, and quality workmanship.
• A valid driver’s license; the ability to meet company driver qualification requirements is preferred.

Schedule and Additional Requirements

• Ability to work 8- to 10-hour days, a flexible schedule, and overtime when necessary.
• Ability to travel to job sites, including occasional overnight stays.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to pass a background screening, drug screening, and physical ability test.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods and bend, squat, stoop, crouch, and kneel.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and frequently carry up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Lift tools, pipe, and fixtures overhead.
• Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and manlifts.
• Work at heights and in small spaces.
• Reach, grasp, and manipulate tools, equipment, and components.
• Accurately read a ruler or tape measure.
• Adjust visual focus to read screens, monitors, and controls and distinguish colors.

Benefits and Career Growth

We offer competitive pay of $33.50-$39.50 per hour, equivalent to $69,680-$82,160 annually based on 40 hours per week, along with:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Health care and dependent day care flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan with a Roth option.
• Pet insurance.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Apprenticeship opportunities with a pathway to licensure.
• Growth and professional development opportunities.
• Scholarship program for employees’ children.
• Employee referral incentives.
• Discounts at major automotive, computer, and cell phone companies.
• Company mobile phones or tablets, vehicles, and uniforms are available for certain positions when required.

About Riddleberger Brothers, Inc.

Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. (RBI) is a full-service plumbing, mechanical, HVAC service, controls, and design-build company and part of Comfort Systems USA. We offer opportunities to contribute to a team while developing your skills and advancing your career. This position is located in Ashland, VA. Our headquarters is in Mount Crawford, VA. Employees in Ashland receive management and support through our Lynchburg office.

Founded in 1940 by two members of the Riddleberger family, Riddleberger Brothers Inc started as a small plumbing company located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Through the years the company has seen many changes in business and industry. Technology has continually advanced in mechanical contracting, and with these advances Riddleberger Brothers has adapted and evolved to stay current. One thing that has remained constant at Riddleberger Brothers has been a commitment to providing quality work and excellent craftsmanship. Our company leaders throughout our history have always instilled this dedication to quality, and our employees make that happen. Our eighty plus years in business is in large part due to the many dedicated employees who have worked here over the years. Many of the "old timers" laid the foundation for quality work and excellent craftsmanship and passed it along to others. This foundation is what makes Riddleberger Brothers the premier full-service plumbing, mechanical, service, controls, and design-build company it is today.