Lead Chiller Technician

XNRGY Climate Systems; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel-paid housing

Company-provided training

Private accommodations during travel

Medical, dental, vision, retirement

Paid holidays

Job summary

XNRGY Climate Systems, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Field Commissioning Engineer to lead startup, testing, and commissioning of oil-free centrifugal chillers, CRAHs, and fan arrays at customer sites across North America.

You will oversee safe startup, troubleshoot issues, document results, and mentor technicians while coordinating with third-party authorities and site teams. Travel-heavy role, with home rotations as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Extensive chiller startups and commissioning experience.
• Direct experience with centrifugal chillers.
• Knowledge of BAS integration and field controls.
• EPA Section 608 or equivalent certification is required in the work jurisdiction.
• Ability to work independently on field assignments and mentor technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and startup for chillers, CRAHs, and fan arrays at customer sites.
• Coordinate with commissioning authorities and site teams.
• Ensure safety, documentation, and sign-off on field work.

Skills

Chiller experience

Centrifugal machines

BAS integration

Troubleshooting

Field documentation

Driver's license

Team leadership

Education

Master refrigeration mechanic

Red Seal endorsement

Tools

PLC programming tools

BACnet/Modbus tools

Job description

Work on Next-Gen AI Data Center Cooling Systems

XNRGY Climate Systems designs and manufactures advanced cooling systems for data centers and other mission-critical environments. Our Field Operations team commissions oil-free centrifugal chillers, computer room air handlers (CRAHs), and fan arrays at customer sites across North America.

About the Role

Lead field commissioning and service work for XNRGY’s advanced cooling systems. You’ll represent XNRGY at customer sites, lead assigned crews, and take responsibility for safe, high-quality startup, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.

This is a travel-intensive role working at active construction sites and live data centers. Assignments may involve nights, weekends, shutdowns, and extended periods on site.

Travel & Location

• Regional role with assignments across North America
• Travel rotations follow either two weeks in the field / one week home or three weeks in the field / one week home
• Flights are used instead of long drives, and private accommodations are provided
• The work schedule is published in advance
• Field assignments may include active construction sites and live data centers

Why Join

• Work hands-on with oil-free centrifugal chillers, variable frequency drives, two-tier controls, CRAHs, and fan arrays
• Help establish commissioning procedures, field standards, and XNRGY’s technician certification program
• Receive company-funded role-related trade, commissioning, controls, product, and safety training
• Use company-provided tools, calibrated instruments, personal protective equipment, laptop, mobile device, and vehicle
• Build toward field subject matter expert, Advanced Trainer, Commissioning Engineer, or Manager of Field Operations roles
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement provisions

What You’ll Do

• Lead Commissioning: Lead delivery and site acceptance, pre-functional verification, startup, and performance testing for chillers, CRAH units, and fan arrays
• Coordinate Site Work: Follow commissioning plans and coordinate with third-party commissioning authorities and other site teams
• Verify Readiness and Safety: Confirm installation, site conditions, and required services before energizing equipment; stop and 
• Troubleshoot Equipment: Diagnose faults using alarms, trends, and systematic troubleshooting; safely isolate, recover, shut down, and restart equipment
• Service Chillers: Perform refrigerant-side work, including evacuation, charging, leak detection, and recovery, in accordance with local requirements
• Diagnose Controls and Drives: Work across chiller PLCs and compressor controllers; verify released software and firmware; configure network settings; and troubleshoot BAS integration over BACnet, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP
• Interpret System Behavior: Review sequences of operation, diagnose variable frequency drive faults, and assess compressor behavior, including surge and capacity limits
• Document Work: Complete commissioning records and field reports with readings, photographs, signatures, unit and activity details, deficiencies, and issue tracking
• Lead and Mentor: Assign crew work, maintain quality standards, supervise service partners, and mentor technicians
• Manage Scope: Identify work outside the sold scope before performing it and report it for pricing
• Represent XNRGY: Communicate professionally with customers, general contractors, commissioning authorities, and other trades

What You Bring

• At least 10 years of commercial or industrial chiller experience, including at least five years working directly with centrifugal machines
• A master refrigeration mechanic qualification and a recognized trade qualification, such as NITC STAR HVACR Mastery, 313A, a provincial equivalent, Red Seal endorsement, or demonstrably equivalent training
• Direct experience performing chiller startups and commissioning, with the ability to explain equipment commissioned, faults encountered, and troubleshooting decisions
• Controls, automation, and networking experience sufficient to commission and troubleshoot chiller systems and BAS integration without an on-site controls specialist
• Experience working under a third-party commissioning authority on mission-critical or comparable projects, alongside general contractors and other trades
• EPA Section 608 Universal certification in the United States, or the equivalent required in the jurisdiction of work
• Current NFPA 70E or CSA Z462 qualification; OSHA 10- or 30-hour Construction training or Canadian equivalent; and a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
• Experience producing complete, technically defensible field documentation and mentoring or developing junior technicians
• Ability to work independently, meet construction schedules, stay composed under pressure, and elevate unfamiliar issues early
• Commissioning credentials, RSES refrigeration certifications, manufacturer controls or networking certifications, or a second electrical trade qualification are an asset

Comp & Perks

• Travel pay from home airport to hotel and back, car rental, housing, per diem food allowance. Keep your travel points
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 2 weeks vacation, 1 week sick time, 10+ paid holidays.
• Company-funded role-related training and certification; training time is paid and training periods count toward the rotation
• Company-provided tools, calibrated instruments, personal protective equipment, laptop, mobile device, and vehicle
• Private accommodations during travel assignments
• Published travel rotations of two weeks on / one week off or three weeks on / one week off

Company Description

XNRGY Climate Systems is a North American provider of sustainable design and advanced manufacturing of custom air treatment and liquid cooling systems. Our equipment supports data centers, healthcare, pharmaceutical and semiconductor facilities, electric vehicle battery manufacturing, and life sciences. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and provide reasonable accommodation upon request throughout the selection process.

Are you ready to join our team? Help commission the cooling systems that support the next generation of data centers.