Senior HVAC Technician

Rain Bird Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rain Bird Corporation is seeking a skilled Senior HVAC Technician to support installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC-R and related facility systems in an onsite industrial/office environment. You will lead hands-on work on comfort cooling, chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration, and gas-fired heating, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and equipment performance.

Qualifications include 7+ years in HVAC-R or related trades, EPA 608 certification, a valid driver's license, and the ability to

Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification required.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of HVAC-R, mechanical, or plumbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of HVAC-R systems including comfort cooling, chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration equipment, and gas-fired heating systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting using electrical, mechanical, and digital control principles.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to install and modify equipment per specs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Safety compliance

Electrical/Plumbing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA 608 Certification

Tools

CMMS

BMS

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Senior HVAC Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of critical building systems. This role is primarily focused on HVAC-R systems, including comfort cooling (air conditioning systems) as well as chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration systems, and gas-fired heating equipment, with additional responsibility for mechanical systems, plumbing, and general facility support. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across HVAC-R, mechanical, and plumbing systems, with the ability to independently perform installation, maintenance, and complex troubleshooting in an onsite industrial and office environment.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Senior HVAC Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of critical building systems. This role is primarily focused on HVAC-R systems, including comfort cooling (air conditioning systems) as well as chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration systems, and gas-fired heating equipment, with additional responsibility for mechanical systems, plumbing, and general facility support. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across HVAC-R, mechanical, and plumbing systems, with the ability to independently perform installation, maintenance, and complex troubleshooting in an onsite industrial and office environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, replacement, maintenance, and repair of HVAC-R systems, including comfort cooling, chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration equipment, and gas-fired heating systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, system diagnostics, and complex troubleshooting using electrical, mechanical, and digital control principles.
• Perform plumbing repairs and installations involving piping, valves, drains, fixtures, and pump systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to install, maintain, and modify equipment according to specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Prepare estimates for repair, installation, and replacement of facility equipment.
• Ensure work complies with safety standards, applicable codes, and permitting requirements.
• Coordinate work with internal teams and external vendors, including fire protection system inspections and required certifications.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Support general facility maintenance and other assigned duties as needed.

Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in HVAC-R, mechanical systems, plumbing, or related facility trades.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience with HVAC-R systems, mechanical equipment, and plumbing systems including piping, valves, fixtures, and pumps.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an industrial and office facility environment.
• Knowledge of safety practices, codes, and regulatory requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Relevant trade licenses or certifications.
• Experience in industrial and office facility environments.
• Experience with CMMS and BMS systems.

Rain Bird is an equal opportunity employer.