HVAC Technician

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Six Paid Holidays

Training Reimbursement Program

Career advancement opportunities

Potential company vehicle

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing in La Grange Park, IL is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to support commercial and industrial facilities. This role emphasizes troubleshooting complex HVAC and refrigeration systems and delivering quality workmanship in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC/R systems, ductwork, controls, and RTUs, plus reading blueprints and piping layouts.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years HVAC and refrigeration experience as a Journeyman or Service Technician.
• EPA Universal Certification (Required).
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience with brazing, soldering, refrigeration piping, and sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Fabricate and install sheet metal and ductwork.
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair HVAC and refrigeration control systems.
• Service, install, and repair packaged rooftop units (RTUs).
• Install and troubleshoot VAV systems.
• Install piping systems including water, compressed air, refrigeration, and gas piping.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Perform brazing and soldering of refrigeration and air conditioning piping.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and communicate effectively with customers and project teams.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and industry best practices on every project.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicle inventory when assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

HVAC-R systems

VAV systems

Piping & brazing

Safety compliance

Education

NCCER HVAC & Refrigeration Certification

Associate's/Bachelor's in HVAC & Refrigeration Technology

Job description

HVAC Service Technician | $30-$43/hr | La Grange Park, IL

We're seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join a growing HVAC-R team in La Grange Park, Illinois. This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled technician with commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration experience who enjoys troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, delivering quality workmanship, and working in a safety-focused environment.

If you have experience installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems in heavy commercial or industrial facilities and are looking for a long-term career with excellent benefits, advancement opportunities, and year-round work, we'd like to hear from you.

Compensation

$30.00-$43.00 per hour, based on skills and experience.

What You'll Do

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Fabricate and install sheet metal and ductwork.
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair HVAC and refrigeration control systems.
• Service, install, and repair packaged rooftop units (RTUs).
• Install and troubleshoot Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems.
• Install piping systems including water, compressed air, refrigeration, and gas piping.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Perform brazing and soldering of refrigeration and air conditioning piping.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and communicate effectively with customers and project teams.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and industry best practices on every project.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicle inventory when assigned.

What You Bring

We're looking for a technician who has strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and experience working in commercial or industrial HVAC-R environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of HVAC and refrigeration experience as a Journeyman or Service Technician.
• NCCER HVAC & Refrigeration Certification or an Associate's/Bachelor's Degree in HVAC & Refrigeration Technology preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification (Required).
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience with brazing, soldering, refrigeration piping, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Experience servicing rooftop units, VAV systems, refrigeration controls, and industrial piping systems.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional safety and quality standards.

Why It's Worth It

This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your career and work-life balance.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $30.00-$43.00 per hour
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Six Paid Holidays
• Training Reimbursement Program
• Positive work/life balance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Potential company vehicle for qualified technicians
• Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for long-term career growth

Location & Schedule

Location: La Grange Park, Illinois

Department: HVAC-R

Employment Type: Full-Time

This position supports commercial and industrial customer facilities throughout the region. Overtime may be required based on customer needs and project schedules.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.