HVAC Service Technician III

2410 HomeServe Skilled Trades, LLC; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking an HVAC Service Technician III to perform residential and light commercial service and maintenance with minimal supervision. You will diagnose, repair, and service heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires 4+ years of HVAC experience, EPA certifications, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years HVAC experience and technical training.
• Valid licensing or certification as required by laws in the work area.
• EPA and safety certifications required.
• Proficient at servicing heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment.
• Proficient reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting electrical/refrigerant/duct systems.

Responsibilities

• Performa residential and light commercial service and maintenance calls.
• Diagnose and resolve customer problems professionally and timely.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential failures to prevent breakdowns.
• Deliver and remove parts and equipment needed to complete service work.
• Maintain accurate service records and collect payments.
• Communicate with dispatch and promote products and services.

Skills

HVAC experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Valid driver’s license

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Welcome!

The HVAC Service Technician III applies general knowledge to assist with moderately complex projects and assignments within the Technician Services family. Works under general supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Works under minimal supervision to perform residential and/or light commercial service and maintenance calls
• Analyzes, diagnoses, and resolves customer problems in a courteous, professional, timely, and accurate manner
• Diagnoses and performs services on heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessories in an accurate and timely manner
• Inspects equipment and performs diagnostics on equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks
• Completes routine maintenance and equipment cleaning as needed or required
• Responsible for delivery and removal of parts and equipment needed to complete service work
• Using hand-held device records all required information on customer call. Completes all forms and paperwork in a neat, timely, complete, and accurate manner. Collects payment from customer.
• Communicates with dispatch, while on duty, to ensure dispatcher has an accurate status report of activities and availability
• Responsible for delivery of excellent customer service and sustaining high levels of customer satisfaction
• Promotes products and services to the customer. Calls Sales and Service Coordinator with specifics on replacement product sales leads generated from customer service visit.
• Ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained, and properly accounted for
• Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities
• Follows standard procedures and process, ensures that the company vehicle is properly stocked, returns defective warranty parts to the branch, and orders/replenishes vehicle stock as needed
• Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned
• Regular, reliable attendance

Health & Safety Roles and Responsibilities

• Reports any unsafe acts, conditions and hazards to direct supervisor/manager immediately
• Reports any contravention of legislation or company policy, procedure or program to direct supervisor/manager immediately
• Corrects substandard acts or conditions within area of control
• Uses and maintains appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s)
• Never removes or renders ineffective safety guards, devices, or clothing prescribed to be in place or worn
• Complies with the general rules as prescribed by company program(s) procedure(s)
• Operates devises or equipment as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s)
• Participates in any safety initiatives, teams, or committees
• Reports all injuries or incidents as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s) immediately
• Provides input on developing safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents
• Does not perform act that may endanger the safety or well-being of others
• Does not engage in any pranks, contests, or rough boisterous behavior
• Works in compliance with applicable legislative requirement

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with additional training and 4+ years’ experience in HVAC with technical training certification required
• Must possess all valid licensing or certification as required by federal, state, provincial, or local governmental laws or regulations for the geographical work area
• EPA and safety certifications required
• Skilled at servicing heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment as well as related accessories
• Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various service projects
• Proficient at reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting problems with electrical, refrigerant and duct systems on HVAC equipment
• Proficient and able to properly start up and balance airflow and to properly align belts and pulleys on all systems with little to no supervision
• Proficient and able to install a basic duct fitting
• Proficient at troubleshooting and repairing electronic air cleaners, refrigeration systems, hot water systems, steam boiler systems, humidifiers, and related equipment with little to no supervision
• Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns
• Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed
• Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units. Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas
• Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders with a 30lb tool belt
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Minimum Experience: 4+ years
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Service Experts.

Service Experts is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail]

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Hello, Future Experts! Welcome to our employment portal, the ultimate destination for reviewing our current job listings and submitting your applications online. Our team consists of the very best; we believe in doing what is right for our customers and our employees. We provide our employees with the training, support and an opportunity for unlimited professional growth. Join us and become an EXPERT! Headquartered in Richardson, TX, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning provides HVAC and plumbing maintenance and repair to homes and businesses. A strong focus on the customer experience has persisted throughout Service Experts’ history. Even today, Service Experts continues its strong focus on growth. Our goal is to be the best and biggest in the markets we serve. But one thing has always, and will always, define Service Experts: our unwavering commitment to our customers. Looking for the best when it comes to keeping your home safe, comfortable, and highly efficient? There’s an Expert for that.