Service Tech Residential UGI

HomeServe; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HomeServe USA is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to service residential heating and cooling systems. You will diagnose malfunctions, perform repairs on boilers, furnaces, and ductwork, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.

The role requires EPA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read schematics. Strong customer communication and reliable transportation are essential for success in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• HVAC experience in residential settings is preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification with 1-3 years of experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics is required.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with customers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Dispatch to ensure timely work orders are handled.
• Diagnose malfunctions in residential HVAC units to identify repair needs.
• Repair heating/air conditioning systems and related equipment.
• Manage repair costs and minimize inefficiencies.
• Achieve first-time fixes and meet productivity and service goals.
• Maintain and inventory tools and equipment to stay in safe working order.
• Respond to emergencies to resolve safety concerns.
• Transport tools and supplies to job sites as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC experience

EPA Certification

Driver's license

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ensures the proper operation and performance of customers’ heating/air conditioning systems in a residential environment. Identify, repair/replacement needs necessary to maintain equipment and systems; providing necessary information on the proper uses of the equipment; and ensuring adequate materials are available and on-hand to perform all necessary service.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with Dispatch and management team to ensure work orders are accurately received and attended to in a timely manner based upon established goals and service standards.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of heating/air conditioning/systems and/or components in residential HVAC units for the purpose of identifying repair/replacement needs necessary to maintain equipment and systems.
• Repairs heating/air conditioning systems and related equipment and/or components (e.g. unit heaters, pumps, safety controls, valves, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring operation of equipment.
• Manage repair costs while minimizing inefficiencies.
• Achieve all first-time fixes, productivity, customer service and other performance goals in a consistent manner.
• Maintains tools, supplies and/or equipment (e.g. torches, cutters, drills, test equipment, filters, control components, fan blades, gaskets, seals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items and equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Manage and maintain appropriate inventory ensuring availability of required parts and equipment on an ongoing basis.
• Repairs various items, systems and/or components (e.g., air conditioning systems, heating units such as: steam boilers, forced hot water, and hot air systems.) for the purpose of providing renovation and preventive maintenance of heating/air conditioning.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
• Must be able to work independently and have good customer communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Strong HVAC experience in residential areas preferred.
• Universal EPA Certification with 1-3 years’ experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, write, and read English.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Strong HVAC and plumbing experience in residential and light commercial areas including but not limited to steam, hot water, warm air, high efficiency, hot water storage, radiant systems, tank-less systems, ductless a/c, and package units.
• Must be familiar with and able to utilize electronic equipment, including, but not limited to a computer, for the purposes of queries and accurate data entry.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the position for which they work. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to listen, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls while executing tasks like working on a computer or talking on the telephone. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

HomeServe USA is an equal opportunity employer.

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