Senior HVAC Service Technician

Purple Cow Recruiting; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Company Fuel Card

Company Laptop

Company-Provided Tools

Health Insurance Coverage (100%)

PTO 3 weeks + 1 day per year

Paid Holidays

Overtime Opportunities

Professional Training

Job summary

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, seeks a Senior HVAC Service Technician for a full-time role based in Des Moines, Iowa. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and assume ownership of complex service tasks.

The position requires hands-on experience with hot water, DX, chillers, VRV/VRF, VFDs, low-voltage controls, and EPA certification, with travel across the regional territory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on HVAC experience.
• Commercial and/or industrial HVAC service experience.
• Hands-on hot water, DX, chiller, VRV/VRF, and low-voltage controls experience.
• EPA certification and valid HVAC license required.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills; independent problem solving.
• Willingness to travel regionally.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Service hot water systems, DX, chillers, cooling towers, VRV/VRF, fan systems, and refrigeration equipment.
• Diagnose and service VRV/VRF systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot VFDs and low-voltage HVAC controls.
• Perform inspections, start-ups, and commissioning.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Provide technical training and support to customers and team members.
• Maintain accurate service records using company laptop and mobile systems.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and customer solutions.
• Travel throughout the assigned regional service territory as required.

Skills

HVAC diagnosis

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

VRV/VRF systems

Low-Voltage controls

Independent problem solving

Communication

Customer service

Valid driver's license

Lift 75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

VFD troubleshooting

Daikin training preferred

HVAC-related diagnostic tools

Job description

Senior HVAC Service Technician | Des Moines, IA

Full-Time | Commercial & Industrial HVAC | Regional Service Territory

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Senior HVAC Service Technician for a full-time opportunity based in Des Moines, Iowa. This position is designed for a highly skilled commercial or industrial HVAC technician with strong hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and commissioning complex HVAC systems.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior HVAC Service Technician will service a diverse range of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including hot water systems, DX systems, chillers, cooling towers, VRV/VRF systems, VFDs, refrigeration equipment, fan systems, and low-voltage controls.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC systems
• Service hot water systems, DX systems, chillers, cooling towers, fan systems, and refrigeration equipment
• Diagnose and service VRV/VRF systems and related equipment
• Troubleshoot VFDs and low-voltage HVAC controls
• Perform equipment inspections, start-ups, and commissioning
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance
• Diagnose complex HVAC issues independently and determine appropriate corrective actions
• Perform refrigerant service and handling in accordance with EPA requirements
• Perform electrical diagnostics related to HVAC equipment and controls
• Support HVAC installation, maintenance, and system-service activities
• Provide technical training and support to customers and team members
• Maintain accurate service records using company-provided laptop and mobile systems
• Identify opportunities for additional services and customer solutions
• Travel throughout the assigned regional service territory as required
• Work independently while supporting the growth and technical capabilities of the service team

SERVICE TERRITORY

The position is based in Des Moines, Iowa, with regional coverage that may include Dubuque, Waterloo, Burlington, Grinnell, eastern Iowa, western Illinois, and areas extending from Missouri to Minnesota. Travel is generally minimal, with overnight stays only when necessary. The first year may involve additional driving while establishing the assigned territory.

WHAT THIS OPPORTUNITY OFFERS

• Company Vehicle
• Company Fuel Card
• Company Laptop
• Company-Provided Tools
• 100% Health Insurance Coverage
• Paid Time Off - 3 Weeks Plus 1 Additional Day Per Year
• Paid Holidays
• Overtime Opportunities
• Professional Growth and Technical Training
• Limited Relocation Assistance / Signing Bonus for Eligible Candidates
• Exposure to Advanced HVAC Technologies and High-Level Commercial and Industrial Projects

Requirements

• Minimum 5 Years of Hands-On HVAC Experience REQUIRED
• Commercial and/or Industrial HVAC Service Experience REQUIRED
• Hands-On Hot Water System Experience REQUIRED
• Hands-On DX System Experience REQUIRED
• Hands-On Chiller Experience REQUIRED
• VRV/VRF System Experience REQUIRED
• Low-Voltage HVAC Controls Experience REQUIRED
• Valid HVAC License REQUIRED
• EPA Certification REQUIRED
• HVAC Diagnosis, Troubleshooting, Repair, and Maintenance Experience REQUIRED
• Strong Independent Problem-Solving and Diagnostic Skills REQUIRED
• Valid Driver's License REQUIRED
• High School Diploma or Equivalent REQUIRED
• Ability to Lift Up to 75 Pounds REQUIRED
• Ability to Work in Confined and Elevated Spaces REQUIRED
• Ability to Travel Throughout the Assigned Regional Territory REQUIRED
• Strong Communication and Customer-Service Skills REQUIRED
• Daikin Equipment / Manufacturer Training Preferred
• VFD Experience Preferred
• Industrial Refrigeration Experience Preferred
• Technical HVAC Training or Additional Certifications Preferred
• Experience in Large-Scale Commercial or Industrial Facilities Preferred

IMPORTANT: This is a senior-level, hands-on HVAC service position. Candidates must already possess significant field experience servicing complex commercial or industrial HVAC equipment and be capable of independently diagnosing and resolving technical issues.