HVAC Technician: Boiler & WSHP Expert

Macapartments; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Silliman Group, LLC is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and repair our boiler and HVAC systems across our Chicago properties. This full-time, on-site role offers competitive pay at $37–$40 per hour, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.

You will diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on split systems, WSHPs, FCUs, and high-pressure boilers, while coordinating with property teams and supporting after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC and boiler experience.
• HVAC Certification (Required).
• Boiler + WSHP experience (Required).
• Stationary Engineer license (Preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read systems, controls, and technical documentation.
• Valid driver’s license + vehicle (required).
• Own basic tools and strong safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC and boiler systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance across split systems, steam and high-pressure hot water boilers, WSHP, FCU.
• Troubleshoot burners, flame safeguards, pumps, and control systems.
• Review and work within building automation systems.
• Complete service requests accurately and on time.
• Partner with property teams to resolve resident concerns quickly and effectively.
• Maintain inventory, tools, and detailed service records.
• Support on-call emergencies (weekends and after-hours required).

Skills

HVAC experience

Boiler experience

WSHP experience

HVAC Certification

Stationary Engineer license

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Driver's license

Job description

❄️ HVAC Technician | $37–$40/Hour | Full-Time + Benefits + $500 sign-on bonus

Silliman Group, LLC

Build it. Fix it. Keep it running.

Silliman Group is the design and construction engine behind a fast-growing real estate organization, and we’re expanding our in-house team. From large-scale rehabs to daily operations, our work keeps communities comfortable, compliant, and running efficiently.

We’re looking for askilled HVAC Technician with strong boiler and WSHP experience who takes pride in solving problems and delivering quality work.

🔧 What You’ll Do

You’ll play a critical role in keeping our properties operating at peak performance.

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC and boiler systems
• Perform preventative maintenance across:
  • Split systems (electric and gas)
  • Steam and high-pressure hot water boilers
  • Water Source Heat Pumps (WSHP)
  • Fan Coil Units (FCU)
• Troubleshoot burners, flame safeguards, pumps, and control systems
• Review and work within building automation systems
• Complete service requests accurately and on time
• Partner with property teams to resolve resident concerns quickly and effectively
• Maintain inventory, tools, and detailed service records
• Support on-call emergencies (weekends and after-hours required)

🧰 What You Bring

• 5+ years of HVAC and boiler experience
• HVAC Certification (Required)
• Boiler + WSHP experience (Required)
• Stationary Engineer license (Preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to read systems, controls, and technical documentation
• Valid driver’s license + vehicle (required)
• Own basic tools and strong safety practices

💰 What We Offer

• $37–$40/hour + mileage reimbursement
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Paid time off
• Stable, year-round work with a growing company
• Opportunity to expand your technical skillset
• Sign-on bonus is paid after 90 days of employment with proficiency rating or higher for new hire review period

🚀 Why Silliman?

You’re not just maintaining systems—you’re supporting the comfort and quality of entire communities. Your expertise matters here, and your work has real impact every day.

📌 Additional Requirements

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of:

• Background check
• Drug screening and medical exam
• Employment verification

If you know boilers, understand WSHP systems, and take pride in doing the job right—apply today and grow with Silliman.