Commercial HVAC Service Technician - Lexington, KY

Socket.dev; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

TP Mechanical Contractors is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to join our Lexington, KY team. You will work on commercial heating, cooling, boilers, chillers, and refrigeration systems, reading blueprints and coordinating with subcontractors.

Strong problem solving, communication, and the ability to work independently are essential. Applicants should have at least 5 years of commercial HVAC/refrigeration experience; licenses or certifications such as EPA/Universal Refrigerant a plus;

Qualifications

• 5 years commercial experience in plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration.
• Stable work history.
• HVAC and brazing license a plus.
• EPA or Universal License a plus.
• Type 2 or Universal Refrigerant License.
• HVAC chiller and boiler certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and solve HVAC rooftop units, make up air, boiler, chiller, and control system problems.
• Follows up with customers for quality assurance and 100% satisfaction.
• Can work independently and solve problems, contacting factory/engineer/foreman as needed.
• Attend job site/office meetings and prepare required paperwork for each project.
• Identify and locate parts/suppliers.
• On call as required and complete paperwork timely.
• Be dependable and work in emergencies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

HVAC repair

Refrigeration tech

Tool proficiency

Recovery machine

Multimeter

Combustion analysis

Control systems

Equipment installation

Strong technical background

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School

Tools

Recovery Machine

Multimeter

Combustion Analysis

Job description

Description

This is a full-time role at TP Mechanical.

Position Summary:

Work includes HVAC heating, cooling, boiler, chiller, and refrigeration systems. Applicant should be able to read and understand blueprints, communicate effectively with all other persons on the jobsite, including our sub-contractors, and represent TP Mechanical Contractors in a professional manner. Applicant should also be able to accept direction and/or lead and delegate the work if necessary.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Troubleshoot and solve HVAC rooftop units, make up air, boiler, chiller, and control system problems. VRF system knowledge is a plus.
• Follows up with customers for quality assurance purposes and ensures customers are 100% satisfied.
• Can work independently with little direction and is capable of solving problems (i.e., contacting factory, engineer, architect, foreman, etc.).
• Attends, if needed, all job site and office meetings related to assigned projects. Is well prepared to handle issues that may come up. Fills out all forms, revisions, requests for tools/equipment/material that are required for each project.
• Has the ability to identify and locate parts/suppliers.
• On call as required and fills out the corresponding paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Dependable and able to work in emergency situations when called.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 years commercial experience in plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration
• Stable work history
• HVAC and brazing license a plus
• EPA or Universal License a plus
• Type 2 or Universal Refrigerant License
• HVAC chiller and boiler certifications a plus

Job Skills:

• Ability to read blueprints
• HVAC and refrigeration repair and installation.
• Working knowledge of all hand and power tools.
• Able to use all specialty tools including Recovery Machine, Multi Meter, Combustion Analysis.
• Control experience a plus
• Able to install equipment
• Very strong technical background.
• Works within precise limits or standards of accuracy and productivity.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Education:

• High School or GED Equivalent
• Trade School a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Eyesight correctable to 20/50
• Able to work long hours on feet.
• Able to lift and climb ladders and scaffolds
• Able to perform shift work
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must not be afraid of heights

Special Requirements:

• Valid Drivers License
• Must provide their own basic hand tools

For these desirable skills, TP Mechanical Contractors will offer a competitive salary along with a full benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, 401k with company match, paid vacations and holidays. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a real impact with a strong and growing organization that has been in business for over 60 years!