HVAC Service Facility Technician

OTTO Engineering, Inc; Carpentersville (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing Bonus

Five paid holidays

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Company events

Job summary

OTTO Engineering, Inc. seeks an HVAC Service Facility Technician to install, service, and repair environmental control systems in commercial environments.

You will work with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades, install compressors, condensers, fans, and ductwork, and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently. The role requires 3–4 years of HVAC/plumbing/electrical experience, valid driver's license, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience with commercial HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
• Experience working with contractors and other trades.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Willing to work outside of normal office hours including on-call.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair environmental control systems in commercial settings.
• Mount compressors and condensers per blueprints or specifications.
• Install evaporators in chassis or air duct systems using hand tools.
• Cut, bend, and thread tubing and pipes per specifications.
• Join piping and tubing using sleeves, couplings, or unions and solder joints.

Skills

Commercial HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Forklift operation

Contractor coordination

Job description

HVAC Service Facility Technician

Why join OTTO Engineering?

• At OTTO, we don’t just manufacture products - we engineer high quality, mission-critical precision controls solutions, communications accessories, and precision toolingfor some of the most demanding markets in the world.
• As a core value, we focus on delivering for our customers through innovative technology, superior quality, value, and responsiveness … as a result, our growth continues!
• Employees are our greatest asset, which is why we share our company’s profits to celebrate our collective success.
• As a privately-owned company, we are proud to invest significantly in our community and in our own growth, focusing on long-term business success.
• We are proudly American!

Specifically, we are seeking experience with …

• Commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
• Working with contractors and other trades
• Carpentry proficiency in areas such as cement and drywall patching work
• Operating a forklift

OurHVAC Service Facility Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical structure as required.

The HVAC Service Facility Technician will:

• Install, service, and repair environmental control systems in commercial establishments, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout
• Mount compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications
• Install evaporator unit in chassis or in air duct system, using hand tools
• Cut and bend tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools
• Cut and thread pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment
• Join tubing or piping to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings, or unions, and solder joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant
• Install expansion and discharge valves in circuit
• Connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating-ventilation fans to control panels and connect control panels to power source
• Install air and water filters in completed installation.
• Inject small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems, and add Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure
• Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to ensure efficient operation
• Test joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges or soap-and-water solution
• Wrap pipes in insulation batting and secure them in place with cement or wire bands
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using electrician's hand tools and test equipment
• Repair and service air-conditioners, ranging from one to forty tons cooling capacity, in warehouses and factory buildings.
• Repair and maintain physical structures of commercial and industrial establishments, such as factories, office buildings and apartment houses, using hand tools and power tools
• Replace defective electrical switches and other fixtures
• Paint structures, and repair woodwork with carpenter's tools
• Repair plumbing fixtures.
• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in commercial or industrial establishments, following specifications, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings, using hand tools, power tools, hoist, crane, and measuring and testing instruments
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment
• Carpenter work
• Cement work
• Electric work
• Drywall patching
• Provide support and advise staff
• Assist with other related duties as required or assigned

About you - What you’ll bring to the table:

• 3-4 years of experience with commercial HVAC, plumbing and electrical
• Experience working with contractors and other trades
• Mature judgement and capable of being bonded
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Required to work outside of the normal office hours including “on-call” time
• Good organizational skills
• Able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs. with assistance as necessary
• Perform detailed work above the head, and work in a standing position
• Must be able to work in a quick paced environment
• Knowledge of the operation of a forklift
• Good follow-up skills

What OTTO offers for this specific position:

The hiring range listed in this posting is what we, in good faith, anticipate relying on when confirming an hourly rate for this position; exceptions may be considered for highly experienced candidates with multiple years of at-level experience.

• Target hourly hiring range: $22.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
• Profit Sharing Bonus - OTTO believes that it’s fair to share the profits that the employees help to make; profit sharing is distributed to employees twice a year. OTTO’s profit sharing plan is paid at the discretion of the company and is not a guaranteed bonus or any part of a compensation plan.
• Vacation: five days after 30 days of employment and 80 hours at 1 year - vacation time is earned on the anniversary date.

OTTO’s Benefits:

Health:

Medical Insurance-

• HMO Plan
• Standard PPO Plan
• Enhanced PPO Plan
• High Deducible PPO Plan
• FSA, LFSA, and HSA

Dental Insurance-

• Base Plan
• Buy-Up Plan

Vision Insurance

401(k) with a company match

Life insurance:

• Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

10 paid holidays

Company picnic

Holiday party

AND numerous OTTO celebrations throughout the year!

OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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