HVAC Centrifugal Chiller Technician

Gallo Mechanical; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical insurance

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short

Team Incentive Program (TIP)

401(k) plan with a 5% company match

PTO benefits and wellness resources

Job summary

Gallo Mechanical Services in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Commercial HVAC Service Technician focused on heavy chiller systems. You will inspect, test, repair, and perform planned maintenance on complex chiller-type systems.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in HVAC and 2+ years in chiller repair, with strong problem solving, safety awareness, and ability to work with app-based software. This role offers growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant chiller repair experience.
• 4+ years of HVAC tech experience.
• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• Two-year technical degree in related field preferred.
• Chiller skills: OEM experience or factory training; troubleshoot control panels and chiller systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, Diagnoses and Repairs advanced and complex mechanical Chiller type systems.
• Coordinates work processes on large projects.
• Performs disassembly and reassembly of large commercial equipment for troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, gauges and measuring equipment.
• Completes service contracts and quotes; handles demand service calls.
• Develops long-term relationships with customers and explains work performed.
• Communicates project status to stakeholders.
• Serves as a lead and front-line resource to technicians with technical support.
• Coordinates the work of subcontractors and guides technicians.
• Purchases materials and issues PO numbers to suppliers.
• Safely drives a vehicle and trailer and follows safety requirements.

Skills

Chiller repair

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical degree in related field preferred

Tools

TU

Tech-view

Service Checker

MTool

Job description

Gallo Mechanical Services (GMS) is looking for a Commercial HVAC Service Technician to join our high performing team. At GMS, we pride ourselves in providing top-notch service for our customers and are seeking strong team players who share this same passion for exceeding customer expectations. Our Commercial HVAC Service Technician - (Chillers), specializes in heavy commercial chiller systems. You are responsiblefor performing inspections, testing, repairs, and planned maintenance of advanced and complex Chiller type Systems.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Maintains, Diagnoses and Repairs advanced and complex mechanical Chiller type systems.

• Coordinates work processes on large projects.

• Performs disassembly and reassembly of large commercial equipment to perform troubleshooting and planned maintenance as indicated in the service agreement.

• Proficiently operates hand tools, power tools, gauges and measuring equipment.

• Completes service contracts, quoted projects and demand service calls as directed.

• Develops long-term relationships with customers and explains work performed to the customer's satisfaction.

• Communicates and documents project status to all project stakeholders.

• Serves as a lead and front-line resource to service technicians through technical support.

• Coordinates the work of subcontractors, and may be asked to develop and provide guidance to technicians.

• Purchases materials and issues purchase order numbers to suppliers.

• Safely drives a motor vehicle and trailer, follows requirements of company vehicle driving policy and adheres to all company safety requirements.

• Maintains equipment, tools, and inventory stock on service vehicle.

• Uses work experience to diagnose and provide timely cost effective solutions to customers.

• Able to work effectively with app based software.

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant Chiller repair experience

• 4+ years of HVAC Tech experience

• High School Diploma or GED

• Two-year technicaldegree in related field is preferred.

• Required- Chiller Skills:

  • OEM Experience or Factory Training
  • Troubleshooting of chiller control panels, routine mechanical and electrical for chillers.
  • Strong background performing centrifugal chiller overhaul services.
  • Strong Systems knowledge (air-side, waterside, controls)
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritizeand multitask.

• Advanced knowledge in the Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting of advanced and complex mechanicalsystems. Examples, chilled water plant systems I.e.. pumps,vfd's and cooling towers.

• Takes and logs readings from critical equipment and takes appropriate corrective actions before system outage occurs.

• Required - Extensive knowledge of chilled water systems such as DX air-cooled,Scroll/ Reciprocating, Screw, Centrifugal chillers and Magnetic Bearing Compressor Technology.

• Required - Advanced working knowledge of buildingautomation and sequence of mechanical systems operations.

• Proficiency in equipment OEM specific software. (for example, TU, Tech-view, Service Checker, MTool)

• Excellent customer service skills with a desire to exceed customers expectations.

• Advanced knowledge of service processes, techniques and codes is required.

• Proficient in reading complex schematics and blue prints.

• Performs as self-managed individual.

• Professional demeanor, solid interpersonal skills with good written and oral communication capability.

• Demonstrates strong business ethics at all times.

At Gallo Mechanical Services, our foundation is built on the core values of family, service, and exceptional performance. With 80 years as a proud, locally-owned family business, we are dedicated to finding innovative ways to serve and support the community we call home. It all starts with our greatest asset - our people! We invest in your growth through dedicated training programs and back you up with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive in your career.

• Training, support, and career progression to help you grow in your career.
• Company-paid medical insurance
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Team Incentive Program (TIP): Allows eligible employees to share in company financial success.
• 401(k) plan with a 5% company match
• Employee wellness resources, PTO benefits, and more!