Mechanical Systems Technician (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Industrial

Austin-Industrial; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 99,187,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Systems Technician to install, maintain, and repair industrial plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration systems. The role supports facility operations by keeping mechanical systems safe, efficient, and compliant with regulations.

You will read blueprints, use piping materials like PVC/CPVC/PEX, and respond to emergencies, performing startups and documentation while following site safety rules.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level plumbing experience.
• Industrial HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• EPA Certification or equivalent HVAC certifications.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, valves, drains, and related equipment.
• Maintain HVAC and refrigeration systems including air handlers, boilers, chillers, furnaces, and air conditioning units.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Inspect plumbing and HVAC systems to ensure proper operation, reliability, and code compliance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, piping diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Respond to equipment failures and emergency service calls to minimize downtime and maintain facility operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work documentation.

Skills

Pipefitting

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Tools

HVAC testing tools

Industrial inspection tools

Job description

Mechanical Systems Technician (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Industrial

Job Category: Craft

Requisition Number: MECHA032740

• Posted : July 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $30 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

About Austin Industrial

Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries.

The Mechanical Systems Technician HVAC/Plumber is responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration systems. This position supports facility operations by ensuring all mechanical systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, valves, drains, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems, including air handlers, boilers, chillers, furnaces, and air conditioning units.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Inspect plumbing and HVAC systems to ensure proper operation, reliability, and code compliance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, piping diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Install and work with various piping materials, including PVC, CPVC, PEX, copper, and cast iron.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, testing devices, gauges, and diagnostic equipment to perform assigned tasks.
• Respond to equipment failures and emergency service calls to minimize downtime and maintain facility operations.
• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, adjustments, and operational testing.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work documentation.
• Adhere to all site safety requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Work independently or as part of a maintenance team to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications Required for this Position:

• Journeyman-level plumbing experience.
• Industrial HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• EPA Certification or equivalent HVAC certifications.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties. Positions may require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, working at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces. Employees must possess sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.

Employees must be able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; effectively manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Work may be performed in industrial and construction environments with exposure to weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and meet all customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.

Must be able to perform all job duties while maintaining a constant commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy.The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.

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Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Driver's License

Preferred

EPA License

HVAC License

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