Island Facility - HVAC/R Technician

About the role

Island Facility Services is seeking an experienced HVAC/R Technician to support commercial HVAC and refrigeration service work across Hawaii.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems across retail, restaurant, hospitality, grocery, and commercial facilities.
• Troubleshoot rooftop units, split systems, mini-splits, refrigeration systems, electrical components, controls, refrigerant issues, airflow issues, and related mechanical systems.
• Support system replacements, equipment changeouts, preventive maintenance, and project-based HVAC/R work.
• Perform refrigerant handling, recovery, charging, leak checks, and system testing according to safety and compliance standards.
• Travel directly to job sites from home or company vehicle and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Support inter-island projects when needed, including work on Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai, or other locations based on client needs.
• Communicate clearly with managers, clients, and internal teams regarding diagnostics, repair options, parts needs, job status, and next steps.
• Respond with urgency to emergency service needs, including after-hours calls when required.
• Document work performed, materials used, system findings, and recommended follow-up actions.
• Help train or support helpers and junior technicians when assigned.
• Maintain safe, clean, and professional work areas in active commercial environments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial HVAC/R experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial HVAC and/or refrigeration systems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field without daily direct supervision.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, diagnose issues, identify needed parts, and communicate repair recommendations.
• Willingness to dispatch from home or company vehicle and travel directly to commercial job sites.
• Willingness to travel inter-island as needed for project work or service coverage.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle or travel between job sites as required.
• Professional communication skills when interacting with clients, managers, and field teams.
• Ability to support urgent or after-hours service calls when required.

Qualifications

• None required at hire; EPA 608 or related HVAC/R certifications preferred.

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic skills are required.

Benefits

• $38.00–$48.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level.
• Bi-weekly pay cycle.
• Overtime potential.
• Emergency work may include additional pay incentives where applicable.
• Comprehensive health package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Company vehicle access where applicable.
• Professional technology package, including company-provided smartphone or tablet.
• Travel support, including relocation assistance and per diem for remote projects where applicable.
• Personal tool replacement program and uniforms provided.
• Paid training and certifications, including manufacturer training, OSHA, Fall Protection, lift training, EPA-related training, and other role-relevant programs.

About Us

Island Facility Services is a leader in commercial maintenance, facility services, HVAC/R, and construction across Hawaii. We operate with a True Ohana culture where Aloha in Action is at the heart of everything we do. Our team supports commercial clients across the islands with quality, urgency, and care. We serve retail, restaurant, hospitality, grocery, government, healthcare, commercial real estate, and facility management clients throughout Hawaii. Our HVAC/R work can range from a service call or preventive maintenance visit to equipment replacement, refrigeration repair, or urgent commercial response. Learn more at https://islandfacilities.com/.