HVAC Technician, 1st Shift , Grade 2 ( Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, located in Jupiter, FL, seeks an HVAC Technician to operate chillers, maintain cooling towers, pumps, and fans, and troubleshoot complex automated systems. You will work under engineers and perform PM tasks while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires EPA Universal certification, trade-school training, and the ability to obtain security clearance. Join us to support critical aerospace cooling systems with hands-on expertise.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required for joiners.
• Two years of trade school experience in HVAC/R.
• Current EPA Universal Certification #608 is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain US security clearance is required.
• Possible: NATE or Journeyman status or associate degree in HVAC/R.

Responsibilities

• Operate fan room to start/stop chillers and maintain cooling towers, pumps and fans.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC/refrigeration systems and related controls.
• Install software upgrades and troubleshoot computer databases under direction of engineers.
• Monitor chilled water temperatures and optimize energy savings.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including valves, pumps and chillers.
• Inspect equipment rooms, take readings, and ensure compliance with safety rules.
• Calibrate and test systems to specifications and balance ventilation as required.
• Provide coaching and direction to lower graded employees.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Two years’ Trade School

Current #608 EPA Universal Certification

NATE Certification / Journeyman Status / Assoc degree in HVAC/R

Tools

CCN

EMS

FIX

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

Operates fan room to start/stop chillers. Maintain cooling towers, pumps and fans. Monitor, troubleshoot and repair complex automated systems such as Carrier Comfort Network (CCN) and Energy management Services (EMS); making configurations changes as necessary.

Responsible for maintaining computer databases and installing software upgrades. Troubleshoot, input, monitor, and modify programs under the direction of engineers.

Monitor and adjust chilled water temperature to maximize energy savings.

Troubleshoot and repair complex HVAC and refrigeration equipment including electrical/electronic components, compressors, fans, motors, and relays including fabrication or modification of system components.

Inspect equipment rooms, taking reading as required.

Determine and input preventative maintenance (PM) requirements for new equipment and perform PM on a variety of pneumatic/electronic controls and HVAC equipment including valves, cooling towers, chilled water pumps, chillers and heaters.

Check operation of equipment and perform calibrations as required. Test and balance ventilation and related equipment to specifications to comply with regulations.

Monitor and support computer based process/monitoring systems such as fully integrated control system (FIX), CCN and EMS.

Maintain, operate, repair and service recovery equipment and recovery refrigerant. Maintain secured Freon storage area and track usage of both Freon and recovery units.

Performing miscellaneous related duties as required to support department objectives

Providing coaching and direction to lower graded employees.

Comply with all Company, Federal and State Environmental and Safety regulations and procedures.

May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operational permits and certifications within assigned trade specialization.

This is a Labor Grade 2 on 1st shift .

Qualifications You Must Have

HS Diploma or GED

Two (2) years’ Trade School Experience.

Current #608 EPA Universal Certification

Must obtain one of the following: NATE Certification, Journeymen Status or Associates degree in HVAC/R

The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

Requires well rounded knowledge of construction, operation of refrigeration and HVAC principles. Complete knowledge of controls, electronics and complex systems. Must be able to read electrical and refrigeration system drawings and schematic diagrams and to use various meters, gages, and leak detection equipment. Equivalent to a minimum of two years high school plus 2-3 years trades training.

3 - 5 years experience required

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and New Parent Leave
• Savings Plan with Company Automatic Contribution and potential for a Company Match
• Employee Scholar Program (available upon hire date)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid-Time Off includes: vacation days, sick/personal days, incentive vacation, birthday holiday
• (8) Company recognized holidays and (5) Holiday Shutdown days from Christmas to the