Seasoned Commercial HVAC Technician

FirstCall Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Healthcare Coverage - Medical, Dental,

401(k) with 5% match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Education & Career Development - First

Referral Bonus $2,500 per referral

Company vehicle or allowance

Phone allowance

Uniforms and work boot/pants allowance

Job summary

FirstCall Mechanical in Houston, TX, is seeking a seasoned Commercial HVAC Service Technician with EPA certification and a minimum of 5 years' experience. The role involves diagnosing complex HVAC systems, servicing chillers and boilers, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Candidates must hold a valid driver's license, OSHA 10, and demonstrate mechanical aptitude. The position offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Active EPA Certification.
• At least 5 years of experience in a commercial HVAC setting.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Manufacturer Certification is preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose causes of problems and failures in air-cooled and water-cooled HVAC systems, identifying repairs or replacements.
• Operate and diagnose internal equipment controls and building automation systems.
• Perform maintenance and service repairs, install new units, or replace components as required.
• Provide elite customer service to every customer encountered.
• Maintain service relationships with clients at large and small facilities.
• Service and troubleshoot chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, and air handling equipment.
• Coordinate with Dispatch to ensure timely completion of jobs.
• Work within allotted time requirements.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for customers.

Skills

EPA Certification

5+ years experience

Driver's License

OSHA 10

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturer Certification

On-call

Job description

A FirstCall Mechanical Company

SEASONED COMMERCIAL HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Location: Houston, TX

WHO IS FIRSTCALL MECHANICAL?

FirstCall Mechanical is a commercial and industrial HVAC services provider in the Houston metro area.

FirstCall Mechanical is a leading provider of commercial and industrial HVAC, building controls, electrical, and plumbing services. FirstCall serves a wide array of facility and customer types, including distribution centers, industrial plants, universities, airports, healthcare facilities, self-storage units, and more. With approximately 700 employees across Ohio, New York, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas, FirstCall is committed to building durable partnerships. The company is actively expanding its operations nationwide and partnering with organizations that share its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.

FirstCall Mechanical not only partners with companies to nurture growth in the market, but also provides equal focus on employee growth and development as well. We believe when YOU succeed, we all succeed, so we strive to be the first call for talented team members who want a career, not just a job.

Benefits Overview

FirstCall Mechanical values our employees' well-being, growth, and success! Employees are offered a robust benefits package, including:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage - Medical, Dental, Vision, Free Telehealth + More
• Financial Resources - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% match, Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Time-Off & Holidays - Up to 4 weeks of Paid Off, 9 Paid Holidays + Veterans Day for Veterans
• Career Growth & Development- Company-sponsored education and career advancement programs like the FirstCall Academy, the Learning & Education Assistance Program (LEAP), and the FirstCall Progression Program
• Generous Referral Bonus of $2,500 per referral
• Role-Specific Perks - Company vehicle or allowance, mobile phone or phone allowance, uniforms, and work boot and pants allowances

Position Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Seasoned Commercial HVAC Service Technician to join our fast-growing FirstCall Mechanical Team. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude and strong problem-solving skills, as well as an active EPA Certification.

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnose causes of problems and/or failures in air-cooled and water-cooled heating & air conditioning systems, for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs with no mistakes/callbacks
• Operation and diagnostic of internal equipment controls and building automation systems
• Perform maintenance and service repairs, install new units, or replace components of existing units as required
• Provide elite customer service to every customer encountered
• Maintain service relationships with clients at large and small facilities
• Service and troubleshooting of chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, outdoor split and package units, air handlers, fans, and other equipment types
• Communicate with Dispatch to ensure completion of scheduled jobs
• Work within allotted time requirements
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for customers

Accountabilities

• Continual learning and development in the body of knowledge through FirstCall Academy, to ensure we set the bar for skill level in the industry
• Elite level of customer service, to ensure we continue to be the FirstCall our customers make for their HVAC needs

ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT

This position reports to the local Service Manager and is responsible for engaging with the service team and all of our customers.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License w/acceptable driving record
• Active EPA Certification
• 5+ years' of experience in a commercial HVAC setting
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Manufacturer Certification is preferred
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

BEHAVIORAL PROFILE

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate with the customer by checking in and out with them on jobs. Able to explain the problems and resolution in a manner that the customer can understand. Closely communicate issues/concerns/updates with account managers on jobs.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimal numbers. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem-solving and prioritizing multiple tasks. Help take lead over and teach helpers and tech I's.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is continually required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.