EPA-Certified Chiller & Central Plant Technician (On-Call)

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. is a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor seeking an experienced journeyman technician in Santa Barbara.

The role focuses on maintaining and repairing central plant equipment, chillers, cooling towers, and related systems. Responsibilities include field testing, start-ups, commissioning, and end-to-end site maintenance while staying compliant with safety policies.

Qualifications

• 5 years of journeyman-level work experience in commercial/industrial HVAC
• Knowledge of chillers, HVAC, central plants and large-tonnage field operations
• EPA certification and valid driver’s license are required
• On-call availability through normal rotation
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair central plant equipment including chillers 100 tons and larger, motors, pumps, valves, and cooling towers
• Overhaul centrifugal chillers a plus
• Perform end-to-end testing, start-ups, and commissioning
• Schedule and manage site-wide maintenance and troubleshooting
• Provide technical support and on-site repairs for chillers and related equipment
• Attend monthly safety meetings and ensure safety compliance

Skills

Journeyman experience

HVAC field knowledge

Emergency on-call readiness

Effective communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Journeyman-level technical schooling

EPA certified

Job description

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. is a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor seeking an experienced journeyman technician in Santa Barbara.

The role focuses on maintaining and repairing central plant equipment, chillers, cooling towers, and related systems. Responsibilities include field testing, start-ups, commissioning, and end-to-end site maintenance while staying compliant with safety policies.