HVAC Field Service Technician III

This position requires up to 100% travel and is based in Columbus, OH and surrounding areas.

About the role

F6 is a rapidly growing HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing company supporting hyperscale data center infrastructure across the United States. With over 100 employees and continued exponential growth, our teams specialize in the startup, commissioning support, and troubleshooting of mission-critical cooling systems designed by leading equipment manufacturers. This role combines advanced hands-on troubleshooting with field leadership, guiding teams of technicians through equipment startup and commissioning activities for complex cooling systems supporting some of the largest hyperscale data centers in the world.

Pay

$49 – $60 per hour. Overtime available. Travel expenses covered, including flights, hotels, rental vehicles, and food (per diem).

Responsibilities

• Equipment Startup & Commissioning Support
  • Lead and perform startup activities for data center cooling systems while supporting project commissioning efforts.
  • Systems include:
    • In-Row Heat Exchangers (IRHX)
    • Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAH)
    • Computer Room Air Conditioners (CRAC)
    • Data Center Air Handling Units (DAHU)
  • Responsibilities:
    • Executing pre-functional and functional commissioning tests
    • Verifying systems operate according to OEM specifications
    • Supporting commissioning agents during system testing
    • Identifying installation deficiencies and operational issues
• Advanced Troubleshooting
  • Diagnose and resolve issues involving:
    • Hydronic cooling systems
    • Chilled water systems
    • Glycol cooling loops
    • Air handling equipment
    • Pumps, valves, and piping systems
    • Sensors and instrumentation
  • Electrical troubleshooting includes:
    • 24V control circuits
    • 120V and 480V systems
    • VFD troubleshooting
    • Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Identify root causes when systems do not perform as expected.
• Field Leadership
  • Lead teams of 4–10 technicians during equipment startup and commissioning phases.
  • Responsibilities include:
    • Conducting daily morning kickoff meetings
    • Reviewing safety topics and daily work plans
    • Assigning technician responsibilities
    • Tracking technician attendance
    • Providing technical mentorship and troubleshooting guidance
• Project Coordination
  • Serve as the field liaison between:
    • OEM engineering teams
    • Commissioning agents (CxA)
    • Mechanical contractors
    • Electrical contractors
    • Data center operators
    • F6 Project Coordinators and Operations Managers
  • Provide daily updates regarding:
    • Project progress
    • Equipment issues
    • Resource needs
    • Schedule risks
    • Site constraints
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Complete and review project documentation including:
    • Startup checklists
    • L2/L3 commissioning scripts
    • Deficiency logs
    • Quality control inspection forms
    • Equipment issue documentation
  • Track labor and materials associated with out-of-scope work to support change orders and project billing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience working with commercial or mission-critical HVAC systems
• Strong experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, piping diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Experience working in construction, commissioning, or startup environments
• Leadership experience guiding technicians or field crews
• Valid driver’s license required
• Reliable transportation required for local travel to project sites when applicable

Preferred Backgrounds

Technicians from the following industries tend to excel in this role:

• Commercial HVAC service
• Data center infrastructure
• Industrial equipment service
• Controls technicians
• Chiller technicians
• Turbocor compressor systems
• Field service technicians

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• NFPA 70E / Arc Flash
• HVAC or mechanical certification
• OEM startup training

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in active construction environments
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Ability to work extended hours during critical startup periods

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing company

Why Join F6

• Work on some of the largest data center projects in the world
• Develop advanced troubleshooting skills
• Work alongside highly skilled technicians
• Have clear advancement opportunities as the company continues to expand

F6 values technicians who take pride in their craft and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.