Assistant HVAC/R Technician

About the Role

Budderfly is a fast-growth, private equity-backed energy management outsourcing company committed to reducing global carbon emissions for small to medium-sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. With zero upfront investment, Budderfly installs, monitors, and manages a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software to deliver complete energy-saving solutions.

This role is for an Assistant HVAC/R Technician in the Columbus, OH area (Energy Force LLC Division of Budderfly). The successful candidate will ensure the optimal, efficient operation of Budderfly’s HVAC units, which are critical to our energy-saving initiatives. This position plays a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of ultra-high-efficiency HVAC units installed at customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continued excellent operation of Budderfly HVAC units within your geographic area, including maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems and equipment.
• Identify maintenance risks on HVAC/R equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC/R systems.
• Complete commissioning checks of HVAC units to ensure continued, efficient operation, including checking and correcting HVAC RTU controller configurations and mechanical operation.
• Provide physical maintenance to Budderfly HVAC units, such as changing filters, cleaning coils, inspecting/replacing belts, and identifying mechanical failures.
• Respond to emergency service calls and perform emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
• Clean, adjust, and repair systems, and perform warranty services.
• Maintain daily logs and records of all functions in the Company work order system.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Comply with service standards, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Assist with customer queries.

Requirements

• HVAC Controls experience; familiarity with Lennox Core Controllers and Carrier SystemVu controllers is a benefit.
• Graduate of a technical school.
• Ability to recognize control and mechanical issues before they escalate.
• Enjoys continuous learning, both technically and professionally.
• Desire to grow professionally beyond basic maintenance tasks.
• Customer- and safety-focused individual.
• Ability to travel within the region and surrounding states.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across teams.

All tools and equipment required for daily work will be supplied by Budderfly. A vehicle, including maintenance and reimbursement, will be provided upon completion of the training period. Overtime and travel opportunities are available for extra income.

Pay

$18—$26 USD per hour. Compensation is based on factors including level of experience, skillset, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment.
• Competitive pay.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and drives positive change.