Field Controls Technician — Data Center HVAC, 75% Travel

Munters; Daleville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Generous PTO

401(k) with employer matching

Training and conference opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Munters is seeking an Intermediate Field Controls Technician to support advanced cooling systems at customer sites across the U.S. This hands-on role requires troubleshooting HVAC and controls, extensive travel, and collaboration with Service, Engineering, and R&D teams.

You will diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, read diagrams, and support prototypes and cost-reduction initiatives. Strong communication and independence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of industry experience or relevant trade school/certification.
• Experience troubleshooting HVAC equipment and controls systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams.
• Knowledge of HVAC components including compressors, valves, fans, and heat exchangers.
• Experience working with equipment involving sheet metal, piping, valves, and heat exchangers.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively—up to 75%.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in active industrial/customer environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer jobsites—up to 75% on average to troubleshoot and resolve HVAC and controls issues.
• Provide technical support to Field Service Technicians onsite and remotely.
• Troubleshoot controls programs, HMI systems, and unit/system interfaces.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues.
• Support new product development and testing at Munters facilities.
• Assist with prototype builds and provide feedback to Engineering and R&D.
• Participate in Kaizen and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction projects.
• Work independently while collaborating with Service, Engineering, R&D, and Operations teams.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Controls systems

Read electrical diagrams

HVAC components knowledge

Mechanical problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Travel readiness

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Trade school certification

Job description

Munters is seeking an Intermediate Field Controls Technician to support advanced cooling systems at customer sites across the U.S. This hands-on role requires troubleshooting HVAC and controls, extensive travel, and collaboration with Service, Engineering, and R&D teams.

You will diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, read diagrams, and support prototypes and cost-reduction initiatives. Strong communication and independence are essential for success.