Entry Level HVAC/R Tech

About the role

Filtrex Service Group is a nationwide company searching for skilled technicians to perform, conduct, and complete thorough preventative maintenance on all heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning systems and refrigeration equipment throughout various facilities. General duties include inspection and cleaning of all types of HVAC/R equipment. The ideal candidate must be self‑motivated, responsible and carry a professional appearance and attitude, and have a broad understanding of smartphone technology for digital communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard preventative maintenance tasks of various pieces of equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s standards, including filter changes.
• Complete minor equipment adjustments, such as belt replacement/adjustment, coil cleaning, evaporator and condensing coil cleaning, ice‑machine cleaning, and maintain and treat condensate pans.
• Conduct visual and auditory inspections of equipment to assess proper function.
• Identify, evaluate, and make recommendations related to equipment condition to prevent or minimize failures and downtime.
• Complete preventative maintenance forms on a mobile app, taking photos and documenting work as it is performed.

Schedule

The average technician travels for three weeks per month, working six days per week, with one full week off at home. Most holidays are observed at home. Up to 20 hours of overtime may be required each week.

Working conditions

Duties are performed in diverse conditions, including mechanical equipment rooms with noisy operating equipment, extreme weather, precarious locations, accumulated precipitation around serviceable equipment, ceiling plenums, unpleasant odors, wet or damp environments, and dimly lit equipment enclosures. Physical tasks involve simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, walking, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, lifting or moving up to 10 lb frequently and occasionally up to 50–100 lb.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year HVAC experience (ice‑machine experience preferred).
• Three‑year clean driving record.
• EPA license preferred.
• OSHA 10 license preferred.
• Technologically savvy.
• Ability to function highly independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Continually enforce highest standards on work performed.
• Maintain security and accountability for access to equipment and facilities.
• Comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, policies, and established work practices.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Compensation and additional perks

• 5 days of PTO after 60 days and vacation accrual.
• Competitive benefit package including vision, dental, and health coverage.
• Employee Incentive Program.
• Weekly payroll.
• Hotel and fuel cards provided.
• Work phone and van provided.
• Work shirts and hats provided.