Maintenance Technician I

Service Experts Heating & AC LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking an entry-level HVAC Maintenance Technician to perform precision tune-ups and routine maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems at customer locations. You will assist skilled technicians, handle parts delivery, and document job details using a handheld device.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED with HVAC training and 0–2 years’ experience, plus EPA and safety certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with HVAC entry-level training and 0–2+ years’ experience.
• EPA and safety certifications required.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot electrical, refrigerant and duct systems.
• Proficient with operating HVAC tools and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine precision tune-ups and maintenance on HVAC equipment and accessories.
• Inspect and perform limited diagnostics to identify problems and prevent breakdowns.
• Deliver and remove parts and equipment; assist service technician.
• Record required information on handheld device; complete forms neatly and accurately.
• Communicate with dispatch and provide status updates while on duty.
• Promote products and services to customers and respond to replacement sales leads.
• Ensure company property, vehicles, and tools are properly stocked and accounted for.
• Represent the company professionally and follow standard procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Reading wiring diagrams

Time management

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma / GED

HVAC technical training certification

EPA certification

Safety certifications

Tools

HVAC tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Welcome!Under general supervision, performs precision tune-ups and maintenance on HVAC equipment and accessories. Communicates with customers to answer questions, resolves problems, and ensures complete customer satisfaction. Promotes products and services to customers. Works under the direction of the Field Supervisor or General Manager.Key Responsibilities:Works under general supervision to perform maintenance callsPerforms routine precision tune-ups and maintenance on heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessories in an accurate and timely mannerInspects and performs limited diagnostics on equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacksCompletes routine maintenance and equipment cleaning as needed or requiredResponsible for delivery and removal of parts and equipment needed to complete service workAssists the Service Technician in servicing heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessoriesUsing hand-held device records all required information on customer call. Completes all forms and paperwork in a neat, timely, complete, and accurate manner. If necessary, collects payment from customers.Communicates with dispatch, while on duty, to ensure dispatcher has an accurate status report of activities and availabilityResponsible for delivery of excellent customer service and sustaining high levels of customer satisfactionPromotes products and services to the customer. Calls Sales and Service Coordinator with specifics on replacement product sales leads generated from customer service visit.Ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained, and properly accounted forRepresents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activitiesFollows standard procedures and process, ensures that the company vehicle is properly stockedPerforms similar/other duties as needed or assignedDesired Skills and Qualifications:High school diploma or GED with additional training and 0-2+ years’ experience in HVAC with technical training certification preferredMust possess all valid licensing or certification as required by federal, state, provincial, or local governmental laws or regulations for the geographical work areaEPA and safety certifications requiredBasic knowledge of the fundamentals of the operational functionality of heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment as well as related accessoriesProficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipmentProficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various service projectsBasic skills in reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting problems with electrical, refrigerant and duct systems on air conditioning equipmentEffective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concernsEffective and efficient time-management and organizational skillsValid driver’s license with acceptable driving recordAvailable to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as neededExperience performing basic maintenance work on HVAC equipment and related accessories is desirableAbility to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units. Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areasAbility to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders with a 30lb tool beltNatural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perceptionAbility to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 poundsMinimum Experience: 0 - 2 years Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GEDService Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Service Experts.Service Experts is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail]