Power - Senior HVAC Technician

Ontivity Llc; Ritzville (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) program

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ontivity Llc is seeking an experienced Senior Critical Power HVAC Technician to support data center environments. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair precision cooling systems, including Vertiv CRAC and CRAH units, and oversee complex retrofits.

The role requires leading field technicians, coordinating with customers, and traveling to site locations. Strong knowledge of refrigeration circuits, electrical systems, and HVAC controls is essential; EPA certification and a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade license (electrical) preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• 2+ OEM certifications preferred.
• Journeyman HVAC license preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred.
• Experience in data centers or critical facilities advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical HVAC equipment.
• Lead advanced troubleshooting, diagnostic and repairs.
• Read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and sequence of operations.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Leadership

Vertiv equipment

BAS/PLC knowledge

Chilled-water/DX systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade license (electrical)

EPA Universal Certification

2+ OEM certifications

Journeyman HVAC license

OSHA 10/30

Experience in data centers/critical facilities

Job description

Company Overview

Ontivity is a national-scale technology infrastructure company specializing in technology upgrades, structural engineering and tower modifications, macro tower builds, small cell installations, in-building solutions, DAS and 5G installations, fiber design and deployment, EV Infrastructure builds, generator services, civil services, microwave networks, and more. As a leading turnkey service provider in the technology infrastructure space, the Company serves industries such as communications, wireless and wireline, fiber design and deployment, sustainable energies, utilities, oil & gas, and security and defense.

Summary

Ontivity is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Critical Power HVAC Technician to support mission-critical data center environments. This role focuses on the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and repair of precision cooling systems, including Vertiv CRAC and CRAH units, supporting some of the region's most demanding data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical HVAC equipment.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnostic and repairs
• Read and apply advanced electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and sequence-of-operations documents.
• Lead equipment replacements, upgrades, and retrofit projects.
• Complete service reports, maintenance documentation, and customer communications.
• Work safely in active data center and mission-critical environments.
• Lead and mentor HVAC technicians and support field quality, and technical escalation.
• Participate in on-call rotation and emergency response activities as required.
• Travel to customer sites
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• This job operates in a field environment. Must be in good physical condition with the ability to routinely bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, pull, lift 50lbs or more, lift in awkward positions, stand, and twist for extended periods.
• Must be willing to travel out of the market/state for up to two weeks at a time.
• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background, drug testing, and DOT physical.
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no major infractions and be able to drive company vehicles. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, electrical systems, and HVAC controls.
• Advanced commercial HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostic capability
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, control diagrams, and sequences of operation.
• Ability to lead technicians, coordinate field work, and communicate repair recommendations to customers.
• Experience with Vertiv, Liebert, Stulz, or other data center cooling equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with BAS, PLC, or unit control systems preferred.
• Experience with chilled-water, DX, and economizer systems preferred.

Soft Skills

• Must be able to communicate in person, by phone, and by email with team members and clients.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and carry out instructions.
• Must be able to work on a team and independently as required.

Supervisory Requirements

This position will provide direct field leadership, technical guidance, and work direction to HVAC technicians.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with a typical work schedule of Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 5:00 pm with overtime requirements or as directed by leadership. The work schedule is subject to change depending on market conditions which may require overtime, night work and/or weekend work.

Travel

Depending on market location and/or conditions, travel may be required. Travel requirements are subject to change.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 years of HVAC service experience.
• Trade Specific or Greater Electrical License
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Experience troubleshooting commercial HVAC equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• 2+ OEM certifications
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Journeyman HVAC license, where applicable, preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Experience in data centers, telecommunications, healthcare, or other critical facilities preferred.

Benefits

The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to enhance all aspects of our employees’ well-being. In addition to competitive pay, our benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision plans (for team members and their families
• Financial planning through our 401(k) program
• Additional benefits including life and disability insuranc
• The Company encourages a healthy lifestyle by providing paid time off to our valued team members.

EEO Statement

The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.