HVAC Chiller Mechanic

Veterans Prime, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Veterans Prime, Inc. is seeking an HVAC Journeyman Chiller Mechanic in San Antonio, TX. The role offers immediate opportunity with first-year earnings between $60,000 and $100,000, DOE, plus strong career growth opportunities.

The successful candidate will perform maintenance on air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, troubleshoot complex issues, and support BAS integration while mentoring junior technicians. A 4+ year background in HVAC/R troubleshooting is required, with EPA license preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC/R industry.
• Deep familiarity with water chillers and refrigeration; Universal EPA license preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, technical communication, and safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on air-cooled and water-cooled chiller systems.
• Diagnose and repair complex malfunctions using refrigeration principles and electrical schematics.
• Manage chiller/BAS integration and overall system performance.
• Maintain boilers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment while mentoring junior technicians.

Skills

4+ years HVAC/R troubleshooting

Water chillers

Refrigeration

EPA license (preferred)

Job description

Overview

HVAC Journeyman Chiller Mechanic

Immediate Opportunity | Veterans Encouraged to Apply | $60,000 - $100,000 First Year, DOE

Along with strong career growth opportunities!

Immediate opening for a skilled Chiller Mechanic to support commercial and industrial refrigeration systems in San Antonio, TX. This role is ideal for a technician who thrives on troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, ensuring facility performance, and maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k
• Collaborative team environment with a strong safety culture
• Professional development, certifications, and technical training provided

What You’ll Do

• System Maintenance: Perform routine and advanced maintenance on air-cooled and water-cooled chiller systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair complex malfunctions using refrigeration principles and electrical schematics.
• Integration: Manage chiller/BAS integration and overall system performance.
• Technical Support: Maintain boilers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment while mentoring junior technicians.

What You Bring

• Experience: 4+ years of mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC/R industry.
• Technical Skills: Deep familiarity with water chillers and refrigeration; Universal EPA license preferred.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, technical communication, and a total commitment to safety.

What Success Looks Like

• You solve complex chiller issues efficiently while maintaining optimal energy performance.
• You maintain high standards of documentation and project safety.

Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply

We highly value the technical discipline and leadership skills brought by military service. Military training in relevant technical fields is highly desired.

Military Specialties aligned with this job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Nuclear Machinist's Mate
• Machinist's Mate
• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration - HVAC/R
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
• Power Generation Equipment Repairer
• Aerospace Propulsion
• Utilities Equipment Repairer
• Tactical Power Generation Specialist