Commercial Chiller Technician

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair all commercial / industrial chillers.
• Perform new system start-ups and repairs on air conditioning and industrial chiller and refrigeration equipment.
• Work with low voltage temperature-control systems associated with HVAC equipment.
• Handle direct expansion constant volume, multiple circuited/compressor air conditioning equipment.
• Work with water-cooled AC units up to 100 tons.
• Work with water source heat pumps and associated equipment.
• Work with atmospheric gas fired hot water boilers.
• Work with most gas fired and electric heating systems typically found in commercial equipment up to 100 tons.
• Work with chilled and hot water piping and pumping systems and associated equipment.
• Work with computer room type units with self-contained humidifiers and controls.
• Work with non-BAS, pneumatic, electronic, and modular DDC temperature controls generally associated with commercial HVAC equipment.
• Work with air handling equipment typically found in larger commercial systems.
• Work with air-cooled water chillers equipped with reciprocating, scroll and screw compressors.
• Work with electronic controls incorporated with most packaged water chillers.
• Work with Electronic Variable Speed Drives typically connected to VAV air handlers, pumps, towers, etc.
• Work with VAV systems.
• Work with water-cooled DX water chillers equipped with reciprocating, centrifugal, scroll or screw compressors.
• Work with electro-mechanical motor starters, up to 480 volts, and associated controls.
• Work with chilled and hot water piping and pumping systems equipped with variable speed drives.
• Work with most gas fired and electric hot water/steam heating systems typically found in commercial boilers 200 HP and above.
• Work with electronic/variable speed starters.
• Work with specialty equipment providing constant temperature and humidity control.
• Work with electronic and computer controlled digital temperature controls systems typically found in commercial systems; utilize the BAS system to diagnose and repair system problems and components.

Experience, Training, And/or Certification

• 3 or more years of Chiller Service and/or refrigeration within a commercial or industrial setting.
• EPA universal certification preferred.
• Experience with RTU, air handlers, split systems, and chilled water systems is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Maintain a positive, cooperative, and teachable attitude.
• Requires mechanical aptitude, mathematical, and English language skills.
• Complies and promotes company Safety Policy.
• Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.
• Excellent communication and customer services skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude.
• Must be able to work independently and without supervision.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop, and comfortably lift up to 60 lbs.
• Proficiency in electrical and mechanical diagnostics.
• Familiarity with blueprint, schematic, drawings, and other equipment layout materials.
• Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening.
• Ability to pass a physical ability test.
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects.

Benefits

• Two Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Plans (non-tobacco) offered at no premium cost to all employees.
• Company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
• Full array of other benefits including Vision, Dental and optional insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) program - begin accruing hours as of Day 1.
• 401(k) Plan with multiple investment options.
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount programs.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.

About the Role

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.