Service Technician - HVAC

Baker Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group is seeking a Service Technician - HVAC to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems. You will work with live electrical components, perform piping, welding, and brazing, and uphold our Client for Life standard while building strong customer relationships.

The role requires reading diagrams, performing service tasks, and maintaining thorough documentation, with on-call rotation and safety training as part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a five-year Local 33 Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of computers and job-related software.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and apply electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Complete required service documentation accurately and timely.
• Safely work with refrigerants, electrical systems, and chemicals per safety procedures.
• Operate tools and equipment required to perform work safely and effectively.
• Climb ladders and access equipment to complete service tasks.
• Record and report daily labor hours and equipment usage.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical diagrams

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Five-year Local 33 Apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

HVAC service tools

Refrigeration equipment tools

Welding and brazing tools

Safety PPE & equipment handling

Job description

PURPOSE

The Service Technician - HVAC is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems and equipment. This position works with live electrical components and performs piping installation and maintenance, welding, soldering, and brazing, as well as service and repair of refrigeration equipment, boilers, and pumps. The Service Technician - HVAC provides high-quality service while building and maintaining strong customer relationships in support of our “Client for Life” philosophy. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Read, interpret, and apply electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Complete required service documentation and paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Safely work with refrigerants, electrical systems, chemicals, and natural gas in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Operate tools and equipment required to perform assigned work safely and effectively.
• Climb and work from ladders and navigate stairs as required to access equipment and complete service tasks.
• Accurately record and report daily labor hours, equipment usage, and other required job information.

Minimum Education & Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a five-year Local 33 Apprenticeship Program, vocational/technical school program, or equivalent training.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of computers and job-related software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Universal refrigerant certification or license, as required.
• Applicable state and trade licenses or certifications, which may include HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic, and plumbing.
• Universal CFC certification, as applicable.
• OSHA 10-Hour and/or OSHA 30-Hour certification, as required.
• Completion of required safety training and certifications.

Mental And Physical Competencies Required To Perform Essential Functions

• Maintain a professional appearance, including good personal hygiene and a clean uniform, and wear required work boots and safety equipment.
• Demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to understand customer needs and provide effective solutions.
• Demonstrate safe, responsible, and attentive driving practices.
• Possess the manual dexterity necessary to safely use tools, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to work an eight-hour shift and participate in an on-call rotation, including after-hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs.
• May work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and other environmental conditions.

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Clothing: cotton button up shirt or company uniform shirt, jeans; coats, gloves, hats
• PPE (safety glasses, vest, hard hat, ear plugs, steel toe boots, safety harness, face shield)
• Hand tools/power tools
• Drills
• Saws
• Hand Torch
• Welding torch
• Hammer drill
• Chain falls
• Recovery machine
• Vacuum pump
• Tool bag
• Tank of refrigerant
• Small recovery tank
• Large refrigerant recovery tank
• Small bottle of Nitrogen
• Bottle of CO2
A/C compression
• Electric motors

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.