HVAC/R Service Technician

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 DOE

Tuition reimbursement

Quarterly bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Commercial HVAC Technician to repair and overhaul equipment, test systems, and perform preventative maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC units. You will handle compressors, ice machines, water pumps, air handlers, and related controls, following safety procedures and company policies.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid EPA certificate, 3–5 years in commercial HVAC/refrigeration/electrical, and a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience with trade/technical classes.
• Valid EPA certificate.
• 3–5 years experience in commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical.
• Experience with refrigeration equipment in convenience stores or supermarkets is a strong plus.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs and stand or sit for several hours.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to follow company policies and use standard business tools (email, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul equipment such as compressors, water pumps, air handlers, electrical and mechanical control devices.
• Test malfunctioning systems and components.
• Provide general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose malfunctions.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

HVAC experience

Electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA certificate

Job description

Overview

At CoolSys, we offer stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits. Newsweek named us one of America’s Greatest Workplaces. We serve diverse customers and invest in our team with competitive compensation ($35‑$42/hr), a sign‑on bonus up to $3,000 DOE, ongoing education and training, comprehensive benefits, year‑round diverse work, and extra perks like quarterly bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and discounts.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time as scheduled by supervisor.
• Repair and overhaul equipment such as compressors, water pumps, air handlers, electrical and mechanical control devices, and other similar machinery.
• Test malfunctioning systems and components using electrical and/or mechanical skills.
• Maintain legible corporate and personal records of work history.
• Provide general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment such as air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine equipment, water pumps, gas furnaces, compressors, and electric motors.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities; diagnose equipment malfunctions and operating efficiency of mechanical equipment.
• Perform work on minor construction and remodeling projects including start‑ups of new installations.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience, and trade or technical school classes.
• Valid EPA certificate.
• 3–5 years experience in commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical.
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration, HVAC, ice machines, gas furnaces, and electrical.
• Experience working on refrigeration equipment in convenience stores or supermarkets is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with single systems and rack systems, and previous work on display cases and walk‑in boxes.
• Knowledge of components in a single‑phase compressor and single‑phase motor control circuit.
• Ability to use an ohmmeter.
• Ability to verify a capacitor is in good standing.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of defrost circuits.
• Knowledge of schematic and wiring diagram.
• Ability to identify/explain function of refrigeration components.
• Ability to properly leak‑check a single‑compressor system.
• Ability to demonstrate proper PPE and safety equipment.
• Ability to set up LPC as the primary temperature control and as a pump‑down safety control.
• Ability to determine superheat and set expansion valve superheat.
• Ability to verify a defrost termination is functional.
• Ability to demonstrate proper tasks for performing preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Ability and knowledge of the functions and safety precautions of the components of a gas furnace system.
• Ability to properly recover refrigerant from a refrigeration system.
• Ability to change oil in a vacuum pump.
• Ability to properly hook up a gauge set for evacuation.
• Knowledge of reporting procedures for a large refrigerant release.
• Knowledge of level 2 experience/information.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. without assistance and be able to sit and/or stand for several hours.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Good driving record.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to use typical business tools including e‑mail, Word, Excel, etc.

Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.

CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals—regardless of age, race, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, or other characteristics—are encouraged to apply.