HVAC Maintenance Technician I

Service Experts; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Experts is seeking an entry-level HVAC Technician to perform precision tune-ups and routine maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. A strong emphasis on customer service and safety is required, with responsibilities including on-site maintenance, diagnostics, and coordination with dispatch.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, 0-2 years of HVAC experience, EPA and safety certifications, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years HVAC experience preferred or training completed.
• EPA and safety certifications required.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and perform basic maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine precision tune-ups and maintenance on HVAC equipment and accessories.
• Communicate with customers to answer questions and ensure satisfaction.
• Assist Service Technicians and coordinate with dispatch for job status and parts delivery.
• Record all job details on handheld device and complete paperwork neatly.

Skills

HVAC experience

EPA certification

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Welcome!Welcome!Under general supervision, performs precision tune-ups and maintenance on HVAC equipment and accessories. Communicates with customers to answer questions, resolves problems, and ensures complete customer satisfaction. Promotes products and services to customers. Works under the direction of the Field Supervisor or General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works under general supervision to perform maintenance calls
• Performs routine precision tune-ups and maintenance on heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessories in an accurate and timely manner
• Inspects and performs limited diagnostics on equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks
• Completes routine maintenance and equipment cleaning as needed or required
• Responsible for delivery and removal of parts and equipment needed to complete service work
• Assists the Service Technician in servicing heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessories
• Using hand-held device records all required information on customer call
• Completes all forms and paperwork in a neat, timely, complete, and accurate manner
• If necessary, collects payment from customers
• Communicates with dispatch, while on duty, to ensure dispatcher has an accurate status report of activities and availability
• Responsible for delivery of excellent customer service and sustaining high levels of customer satisfaction
• Promotes products and services to the customer
• Calls Sales and Service Coordinator with specifics on replacement product sales leads generated from customer service visit
• Ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained, and properly accounted for
• Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities
• Follows standard procedures and process, ensures that the company vehicle is properly stocked
• Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with additional training and 0-2+ years' experience in HVAC with technical training certification preferred
• Must possess all valid licensing or certification as required by federal, state, provincial, or local governmental laws or regulations for the geographical work area
• EPA and safety certifications required
• Basic knowledge of the fundamentals of the operational functionality of heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment as well as related accessories
• Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various service projects
• Basic skills in reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting problems with electrical, refrigerant and duct systems on air conditioning equipment
• Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns
• Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed
• Experience performing basic maintenance work on HVAC equipment and related accessories is desirable
• Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units
• Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas
• Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders with a 30lb tool belt
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds

Annual Compensation Range:

$33,300.00 - $42,500.00

Minimum Experience: 0 - 2 years

Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Service Experts.

Service Experts is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail]