HVAC & Controls Technician

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Systems

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, VAVs, VRF systems, and exhaust systems.
• Perform diagnostics on mechanical systems to identify issues related to airflow, refrigerant charge, electrical components, and mechanical wear.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, including filter changes, lubrication, belt replacement, coil cleaning, and system performance checks.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
  
  

Controls & Automation

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot building automation systems (BAS), including sensors, actuators, controllers, and networked control devices.
• Calibrate control components to ensure accurate system operation.
• Diagnose communication issues within BAS networks and field devices.
• Assist in programming or modifying control sequences under the direction of controls engineers or supervisors.
  
  

General Duties

• Respond to service calls and system alarms in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, parts used, and system conditions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with facility managers, engineers, and other trades to support building operations.
• Provide recommendations for system improvements, energy efficiency, and equipment upgrades.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an HVAC technical program or apprenticeship.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in HVAC service, maintenance, or controls work.
• Strong understanding of refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, and mechanical principles.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• EPA 608 Certification (Type II or Universal).
• Valid driver’s license.