Senior Chiller & Central Plant Technician

Harris; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, is seeking a skilled Chiller/Central Plant Technician in Boise, Idaho. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing large tonnage cooling systems, with emphasis on chiller types, VFDs, pumps, heat exchangers and EMS control strategies.

You will document work, report condition to the supervisor, uphold safety, mentor apprentices and collaborate with customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of exposure to Chillers.
• Centrifugal compressors and chillers with and without VFD applications (York, Trane, Carrier, Smardt, Daikin).
• Screw compressors and chillers (air and water cooled).
• Reciprocating compressors (air and water cooled).
• VFD’s.
• Centrifugal pumps and motors including alignment/bearing replacement.
• Cooling towers and sweeper/filtration systems.
• Heat exchangers flat plate/tube and shell.
• EMS Control sequences/ strategies and control devices (central plant and in the facility).
• EMS integration with central plant equipment (BACnet).
• Process chilled water systems/equipment.
• Large tonnage A/H systems with and without economizers.

Responsibilities

• Perform chiller and central plant troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs as required.
• Maintain record of work performed and parts/materials used
• Communicate effectively with Supervisor and customer on a regular basis regarding equipment condition, needed repairs and general operating condition.
• Values great safety practices.
• Uses proper tools and instruments for troubleshooting. Avoids needless callbacks by providing thorough diagnosis and uses skilled workmanship practices.
• Team player and ability to direct apprentices as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chillers experience

VFD knowledge

Pumps & motors

Heat exchangers

EMS control sequences

BACnet integration

Cooling towers

Safety practices

Troubleshooting

Communication with supervisor

Team leadership

Job description

Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, is seeking a skilled Chiller/Central Plant Technician in Boise, Idaho. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing large tonnage cooling systems, with emphasis on chiller types, VFDs, pumps, heat exchangers and EMS control strategies.

You will document work, report condition to the supervisor, uphold safety, mentor apprentices and collaborate with customers.