Senior HVAC Service Technician

Purple Cow Recruiting; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company fuel card

Company laptop

Company-provided tools

100% health insurance coverage

Paid time off - 3 weeks + 1 day/year

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Professional growth and training

Relocation assistance / signing bonus

Job summary

Purple Cow Recruiting is assisting Heartline Staffing in locating a Senior HVAC Service Technician for a Des Moines, IA base with regional coverage. This field-based role requires deep hands-on expertise diagnosing and repairing complex commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including hot water, DX, chillers, VRV/VRF, and low-voltage controls.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on HVAC experience, EPA certification, and a valid HVAC license, with the ability to travel regionally and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on HVAC experience in commercial/industrial settings.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance skills.
• Experience with hot water, DX, chillers, VRV/VRF and low-voltage controls.
• EPA certification and valid HVAC license are required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Service hot water, DX systems, chillers, cooling towers, VRF/VRV, VFDs, and controls.
• Perform startups, inspections, commissioning, and preventative maintenance.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and team members.
• Maintain accurate service records and travel as needed.

Skills

5+ years HVAC experience

Commercial/Industrial HVAC service

Hot water system experience

DX system experience

Chiller experience

VRV/VRF experience

Low-voltage controls experience

EPA certification

HVAC license

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Certification

Tools

Daikin equipment training

Electrical diagnostics tooling

Job description

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.

This is a highly independent field-service role covering a regional territory. The technician will perform diagnostics, repairs, preventative maintenance, equipment start-ups, inspections, and commissioning while also providing technical guidance to customers and team members.

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.