HVAC Service Technician - CB

Riddle Recruitment; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Company vehicle

PTO

Job summary

Employer Confidential is seeking an experienced HVAC technician to diagnose, repair, and install commercial HVAC systems across Southern California, including Coachella Valley, Los Angeles, and Ventura County.

The role requires 5+ years of service experience, EPA 608 certification, and the ability to work on rooftops and in mechanical rooms. Top pay for 10+ years of experience, with comprehensive benefits and company vehicle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of commercial HVAC service experience.
• EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and work rooftops, mechanical rooms, and outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair RTUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, heat pumps, VAV, VRF/VRV, exhaust systems, and large tonnage units.
• Perform system checks, adjustments, refrigerant charging, leak testing, and component replacement.
• Handle scheduled preventative maintenance to keep equipment running reliably and efficiently.
• Install and start up new commercial HVAC systems and components.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.
• Verify system performance against manufacturer specs.
• Explain issues and repair options to customers in plain terms.
• Log work performed, parts used, and time spent.
• Represent the company professionally on every job site.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, and local mechanical code requirements.
• Handle refrigerants per EPA Section 608 guidelines.
• Keep a clean, safe work environment.
• Run diagnostic tools, gauges, meters, and hand/power tools.
• Log work orders and parts through a mobile device or software.
• Keep your company vehicle and tools in safe working order.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Lifting capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Employer Confidential - Company name to be disclosed during the interview process.

5+ years running commercial rooftop units, chillers, or VRF/VRV systems? We want to talk to you.

Our client is a privately owned commercial HVAC company with 40+ years serving Southern California, and they're hiring now in Coachella Valley, Los Angeles, and Ventura County. Interviewing this week, ready to start immediately.

What You'll Do

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC equipment - RTUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, heat pumps, VAV, VRF/VRV, exhaust systems, and large tonnage units.

Perform system checks, adjustments, refrigerant charging, leak testing, and component replacement.

Handle scheduled preventative maintenance to keep equipment running reliably and efficiently.

Install and start up new commercial HVAC systems and components.

Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.

Verify system performance against manufacturer specs.

Customer Service

Explain issues and repair options to customers in plain terms.

Log work performed, parts used, and time spent.

Represent the company professionally on every job site.

Safety & Compliance

Follow OSHA, EPA, and local mechanical code requirements.

Handle refrigerants per EPA Section 608 guidelines.

Keep a clean, safe work environment.

Tools & Documentation

Run diagnostic tools, gauges, meters, and hand/power tools.

Log work orders and parts through a mobile device or software.

Keep your company vehicle and tools in safe working order.

What You Bring

Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

5+ years of commercial HVAC service experience.10+ years preferred, and pays at the top of our range.

EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal).

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Able to lift 50+ lbs and work rooftops, mechanical rooms, and outdoor environments.

Preferred

Trade school or HVAC technical training certificates.

State or local HVAC license (if applicable).

Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS).

Knowledge of energy-management and control systems.

Pay: $35-$70+hr, based on experience. Top of range for techs with 10+ years experience.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, company vehicle, PTO and more.