Facilities Maintenance HVAC/R Technician

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance HVAC/R Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and general facility support for commercial buildings and critical mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with chillers, boilers, heat pumps, water-source heat pumps, cooling towers, pumps, motors, VAV systems, commercial refrigeration, chilled-water systems, electrical components, and building automation controls. This position requires strong diagnostic skills, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to independently resolve equipment issues while minimizing facility downtime.

Key Responsibilities: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on commercial HVAC/R and facility equipment. Troubleshoot and repair chillers, boilers, heat pumps, water-source heat pumps, cooling towers, pumps, motors, compressors, and associated mechanical systems. Diagnose electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and control-related equipment failures. Inspect HVAC components, electrical connections, motors, compressors, belts, shafts, valves, thermostats, and control systems. Perform refrigerant leak detection, recovery, charging, evacuation, and system repairs in accordance with applicable regulations. Service chilled-water systems, pneumatic and electronic VAV systems, split systems, mini-splits, VRF equipment, and commercial refrigeration systems. Monitor equipment performance, including refrigerant pressures, temperature differentials, airflow, amperage, and operating controls. Complete scheduled inspections and maintenance activities using a computerized maintenance management system, or CMMS.Read and interpret equipment manuals, electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings. Respond to facility service calls and diagnose equipment issues promptly. Replace or repair compressors, blower motors, pumps, belts, controls, thermostats, valves, and other system components. Coordinate with facility personnel, vendors, contractors, and other technicians as required. Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, parts used, equipment condition, and completed work. Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and applicable HVAC/R standards. Maintain tools, testing equipment, work areas, and company-provided vehicles in safe operating condition. Support emergency or after-hours maintenance needs when assigned. Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to junior technicians when needed.

Required Qualifications: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Hands-on experience in commercial HVAC/R service, facilities maintenance, or mechanical equipment maintenance. Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems. Experience troubleshooting chillers, boilers, heat pumps, pumps, motors, compressors, VAV systems, and HVAC controls. Ability to use multimeters, manifold gauges, leak detectors, refrigerant recovery machines, vacuum pumps, thermometers, and other HVAC diagnostic tools. Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment documentation. Working knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Ability to work independently and manage multiple service priorities. Strong communication, customer service, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Journeyman HVAC certification or license. EPA Section 608 Universal Certification. HVAC Excellence or equivalent industry certification. Experience with commercial refrigeration, walk-in coolers, glycol systems, chilled-water systems, and cooling towers. Experience with building automation systems, pneumatic controls, PLCs, or CMMS platforms. Previous experience as a Lead Technician, Field Supervisor, or senior facilities technician. Familiarity with OSHA and ASHRAE standards.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and replacement components. Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops, in mechanical rooms, and within confined equipment areas. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions. Ability to safely wear required personal protective equipment. Ability to work around electrical, mechanical, refrigerant, and rotating equipment hazards.