Building HVAC Technician

About the role

Building HVAC technicians are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems that control indoor temperature and air quality. They work at the intersection of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades, handling complex refrigerants and combustion equipment to ensure efficient and safe system operation.

Responsibilities

• System Installation: Assemble and set up furnaces, air‑conditioning units, heat pumps, and ductwork.
• Routine Maintenance: Test basic functions, check refrigerant lines, clean coils, and replace filters to keep systems running safely.
• Diagnostics & Repairs: Troubleshoot electrical wiring faults, replace faulty compressors, and locate airflow blockages.
• Automation Management: Interface with Building Automation Systems (BAS) to calibrate sensors and maximize facility energy efficiency.

Skills

• Electrical Aptitude: Read complex wiring diagrams and track power loads.
• Mechanical Know‑How: Tune moving parts such as heavy‑duty fans, belts, pulleys, and motor systems.
• Plumbing & Piping: Manage condensate drain lines, refrigerant pipes, and system water loops.
• Chiller/tower experience is a plus.

Requirements

• EPA Section 608 Certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 6–24 months of formal post‑secondary HVAC education or a 3–5‑year apprenticeship.
• Local/state licenses preferred; 10 years of relevant experience is also valued.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $39.23 – $46.15 per hour. Pay may vary based on geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, market rates, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage.