HVAC Service Startup Specialist

Ctabc; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company car

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ctabc is seeking a Service & Startup Specialist based in Thomaston, CT. This role involves performing system startups, troubleshooting HVAC systems, and providing client training at new installations. Candidates should have over 3 years of HVAC field service experience, preferably with VRF systems. The position offers flexible work from home options, and requires a valid driver’s license as well as CT S or D license.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of field service or commissioning experience in commercial HVAC.
• Experience with VRF systems strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with HVAC controls and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment startups and commissioning for HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems in the field.
• Conduct functional performance testing and document results.
• Provide customer training and handoff documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Using diagnostic tools

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

We’re hiring a Service & Startup Specialist to perform system startups, commissioning, troubleshooting service, and client training. You’ll work onsite at new installations and perform field service calls to ensure HVAC systems operate safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform equipment startups and commissioning for rooftop units, split systems, chillers, and controls
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems in the field; diagnose electrical, mechanical, and controls issues
• Calibrate and verify control sequences, sensors, and setpoints
• Conduct functional performance testing and document results
• Provide customer training and handoff documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, installers, and subcontractors to close punch list items
• Maintain accurate service reports, parts tracking, and warranty paperwork
• Follow safety procedures and represent the company professionally onsite

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years field service, startup, commissioning, or controls experience (commercial HVAC preferred)
• Experience with VRF (variable refrigerant flow) systems strongly preferred
• Familiarity with HVAC controls, refrigerant charging, and electrical systems
• Comfortable using diagnostic tools (multimeter, manifold gauges, tablet/computer)
• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and customer communication
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to customer sites
• CT S, or D license is required

Flexible work from home options available.