HVAC/R Service Technician - Light Commercial

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses up to $3,000

Quarterly bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems in Starkville, Mississippi, is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in construction HVAC and a valid EPA certificate.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $25 to $45/hr DOE, with sign-on bonuses up to $3,000. Comprehensive benefits including paid time off and a 401(K) match are also available.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction HVAC, refrigeration, or a related industry.
• Experience with chillers and troubleshooting electrical control systems.
• Ability to read and understand refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot complex HVAC issues.
• Provide training to junior technicians as needed.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Communication

Customer service orientation

Electrical system knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid EPA certificate

Tech Skills Level 4

Tools

Hand and power tools

Common business tools (e.g., Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job – we provide stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits for our employees. As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with competitive compensation (pay from $25 to $45/hr DOE and sign‑on bonuses up to $3,000), ongoing education and training, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(K) match), diverse work opportunities, and additional perks such as a quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Troubleshoot complex HVAC issues and guide junior technicians.
• Repair and overhaul equipment such as compressors, water pumps, air handlers, and electrical or mechanical control devices in a safe and timely manner that exceeds customer expectations.
• Execute repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment—including air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, ice machine equipment, gas furnaces, compressors, and electric motors.
• Conduct preventative maintenance by diagnosing equipment malfunctions and operational deficiencies.
• Process job tickets and work orders, ensuring timely communication with the necessary departments.
• Provide training to new or less‑qualified technicians as needed.
• Maintain accurate truck inventory and operate company vehicles safely.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Training

• High school diploma or GED, with equivalent work experience or trade/technical school coursework.
• Must have passed Tech Skills level 4 with an 80% or better score.
• Valid EPA certificate required.

Work Experience / Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in construction HVAC, refrigeration, or a related industry.
• Experience with chillers and troubleshooting electrical control systems.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, refrigeration piping, and computer‑controlled systems.
• Ability to read and understand refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing blueprints.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to pump down all refrigeration systems and reclaim refrigerant from all types of systems.
• Strong communication, presentation skills, and excellent customer service orientation.
• Understanding of and ability to follow company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Proficiency with common business tools, including e‑mail, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role typically operates in convenience stores, grocery stores, food service venues, and construction environments. It requires work at heights using ladders or scissor lifts, exposure to elevated noise levels in mechanical rooms, extreme cold from refrigeration systems, and high heat from brazing operations. Workers are expected to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions, including walking, standing, driving, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, using hands and fingers, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds). Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must use appropriate personal protective equipment and safe work practices.

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 applicable laws.

Coolsys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals—including all ages, colors, disabilities, ethnicities, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, languages, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics—are encouraged to apply.