Data Center HVAC Apprentice Mechanic

Veterans Prime, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Prime, Inc. seeks a Data Center-HVAC Apprentice Mechanic to join our mission-focused team in Abilene, Texas.

You will work alongside technicians on high-impact commercial infrastructure projects and receive full technical instruction and formal industry certifications. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of mechanical troubleshooting or related military experience, a base understanding of mechanical equipment, and strong professionalism to represent the organization.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical troubleshooting, electrical diagnostics, or military technical experience.
• Base understanding of mechanical equipment and maintenance practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct.
• Self-motivated with the discipline to operate independently in high-demand environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial HVAC units and building automation systems.
• Complete structured technical training courses to earn trade certifications and unlock career advancement opportunities.
• Fulfill initial union apprenticeship standards and course requirements.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical diagnostics

Military technical experience

Education

Formal technical education

Trade school background

Military specialized training

Job description

Overview

Data Center-HVAC Apprentice Mechanic

Total Compensation: $70-110K(significant OT needed)

Position OverviewWe are seeking dedicated, mission-focused talent to join an industry-leading building automation and climate systems organization. This role is open to all qualified candidates, with a strong preference for military veterans and transitioning service members who can translate technical adaptability, operational discipline, and problem-solving abilities into a rewarding civilian career.

You will work alongside technicians on high-impact commercial infrastructure projects.

Looking to leverage your mechanical aptitude and expand your knowledge in advanced HVAC systems? Full technical instruction and formal industry certifications are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial HVAC units and building automation systems.
• Complete structured technical training courses to earn trade certifications and unlock career advancement opportunities.
• Fulfill initial union apprenticeship standards and course requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 4+ years of mechanical troubleshooting, electrical diagnostics, or military technical experience (MOS/Rating in mechanical, electrical, or hull maintenance preferred).
• Base understanding of mechanical equipment and system maintenance practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional conduct when representing the organization.
• Self-motivated with the discipline to operate independently in high-demand environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Formal technical education, trade school background, or military specialized training.