Journeyman HVAC Technician

Southland Industries Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned company where you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving HVAC systems. This position involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial and industrial air-conditioning equipment, ensuring they operate efficiently and in compliance with regulations. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of systems and equipment while mentoring apprentices and contributing to a safe work environment. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to professional development, this role offers a rewarding career path in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Income Protection

Flexible Spending Plans

Training Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Strong ability to inspect and repair various HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform necessary repairs.
• Document maintenance activities and comply with regulations.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Troubleshooting HVAC Systems

Customer Communication

Time Management

EPA Regulations Interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

OSHA-10 Certification

Tools

HVAC Testing Equipment

Refrigerant Recovery Tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial/industrial air-conditioning equipment and multi-zone heating and cooling systems to ensure they are working efficiently, properly and affordably.

What you’ll do:

1. Install, remove, maintain and repair HVAC systems and related equipment.
2. Study customer’s scope of service. Follow the preventative maintenance schedule and perform routine system maintenance, including cleaning and replacing parts, testing for leaks, adjusting controls and making minor repairs where needed.
3. Troubleshoot for electrical problems. Make repairs as required.
4. Document and track preventive maintenance accordingly and in compliance with EPA regulations.
5. Maintain efficient environmental conditions. Adjust system controls to recommended settings. Test system performance using special tools and test equipment.
6. Conserve, recover and recycle CFC and HCFC refrigerants used in A/C and refrigeration systems in compliance with EPA regulations.
7. Test systems for gas leaks, carbon monoxide issues, and fluid leaks.
8. Install and repair fuel and water supply lines.
9. Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.
10. Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.
11. Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
12. Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.
13. Mentor/train assisting apprentices.
14. Perform all work within the confines of Brandt’s safety rules and regulations.
15. Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams
• Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting and making repairs on:
  • air-cooled chillers (recip, screw, or scroll) less than 100 tons
  • RTU, package units, water-source heat pumps, and split systems (any size)
  • AHU’s
  • cooling towers
  • vane axial fans
  • pumps
  • air compressors
  • air dryers
  • VAV boxes
  • VFD’s
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe
• Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
• Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests
• Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

What you bring to the table:

• High school degree (or GED) and successful completion of sheet metal apprenticeship program or related trade school
• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Current Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certificate
• Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record

Benefits:

As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:

• 401(k) Plan
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
• Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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