Commercial HVAC Service Technician

About the role

Mid-South Equipment proudly serves the Gulf South with a qualified and experienced executive board, sales team, and service team. The company is certified by the Louisiana Department of Transportation (LADOTD) as a LAUCP & SLDBE (disadvantaged business enterprise and a small business element).

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical and mechanical inspection and maintenance on equipment to ensure peak performance.
• Performs specific preventative maintenance including belt adjustments, oiling, greasing, and cleaning of equipment.
• Uses experience and technical skills with preventive maintenance and system operations to determine service requirements.
• Interprets engineering drawings in reference to layout, location, and operation of the system(s).
• Represents the company in a positive manner to other trades, contractors, and owners.
• Advises owner/representative of preventive maintenance inspections performed and corrective actions to be taken.
• Suggests additional services that are beneficial to the customer.
• Works in a team-based environment to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Submits required paperwork to Service Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Maintains flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Current HVAC certification and OSHA 10 Training plus 5+ years' experience working as a Service Technician in a commercial environment.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand-held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).
• Electrical knowledge required and EPA Certification preferred (i.e. HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, Gas Installer, etc.).
• Ability to work in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions, risk of electrical shock (high voltage), climbing/working at elevated heights, etc.
• Able to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and balance requirements of multiple and varied duties.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mental Stamina: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to solve problems and prioritize multiple tasks.