Hvac Service Technician

Facilities Technician

The Facilities Technician oversees the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of building systems across a multi-building campus. This high-level role manages HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, leads reliability-based maintenance activities, and ensures building infrastructure operates with minimal downtime. The technician uses a CMMS to manage work orders, directs contractors, supports the engineering team, and maintains compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering excellent internal and external customer service.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain building systems including refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers; heating, ventilating, and hot water equipment; pumps; valves; piping; filters; and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Review equipment logs regularly to verify proper operation and promptly report any problems or malfunctions on an as-needed basis.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC and related building systems, including planning and executing PM schedules to maximize system reliability and uptime.
• Oversee repair and preventive maintenance of HVAC systems, including determining appropriate repair methods and setting the frequency of preventive maintenance activities.
• Implement and manage a reliability-based maintenance program to improve mechanical equipment uptime and ensure building engineering systems perform their intended function.
• Execute equipment inspection and monitoring programs, continuously evaluate maintenance operations and reliability methods, and recommend and implement improvements to enhance performance and value.
• Ensure the availability of adequate inventory of tools, parts, and supplies needed to operate and maintain the building, including preparing and submitting purchase order requests and developing sources for stock materials.
• Perform periodic checks of inventory levels and equipment conditions, and adjust inventory practices to support uninterrupted operations.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of contractors working within the buildings, whether representing the building operations or tenant-related work, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with site standards.
• Identify safety hazards within the buildings and incorporate remediation measures so that staff and occupants work in a safe environment.
• Implement, administer, and manage safety training programs for the engineering and maintenance teams, emphasizing safe work practices and proper equipment use.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory laws, codes, and guidelines as they relate to the operation of the buildings infrastructure, and promptly alert management to any discrepancies or risks.
• Maintain all infrastructure and compliance documentation for the buildings, including up-to-date building drawings, single-line diagrams, and documentation required to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Demonstrate the proper use and care of tools and instruments and provide hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures to less experienced team members.
• Recommend relevant external engineering or technical courses to support ongoing professional development and help instill a high level of professionalism in the teams manner and appearance.
• Use a CMMS to create, manage, and close work orders, document maintenance activities, and track asset performance and history.
• Provide clear verbal and written communication to internal stakeholders and service providers, delivering excellent customer service and responsive support.
• Participate in an on-call rotation approximately one week per month, responding to after-hours and weekend issues and ensuring timely resolution of critical building system problems.
• Perform any other related duties and tasks as assigned to support continuous, safe, and efficient building operations.

Essential Skills include:

• Approximately 5 years of facility-related work experience in a commercial or industrial environment, including hands-on maintenance of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Strong HVAC experience with the ability to answer technical questions about HVAC system components and operation.
• Valid HVAC certification and EPA certification, with demonstrated experience in HVAC preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Experience working with electrical systems in the 120-480 volt range, including safe operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Proficiency using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders; prior CMMS experience is required.
• Experience with Corrigo or similar CMMS platforms for tracking maintenance activities and asset performance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes and best practices for building systems.
• Exposure to and working knowledge of HVAC systems, fluid handling and pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation.
• Ability to understand aspects of construction planning and execution as they relate to building maintenance and projects.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal teams, contractors, and building occupants.
• Proven record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service in a facilities or service environment.
• Ability to work independently, hit the ground running with minimal supervision, and demonstrate leadership in day-to-day technical decisions.
• Willingness and ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours and weekend issues as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications include:

• Experience in a technician, providing guidance and informal leadership to other technicians or team members.
• Leadership and supervisory experience in a facilities or engineering environment, including coordinating daily activities and supporting team performance.
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs, or the ability to obtain this certification within 90 days of employment.
• Valid electrical certifications relevant to building and facility electrical systems.
• Experience with facility operations across a campus environment with multiple buildings.
• Hands-on experience with plumbing systems, including installation, repair, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with field service-style work, including traveling between buildings on a campus and managing multiple concurrent tasks.
• Comfort with using service, maintenance, and troubleshooting tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Familiarity with air conditioning systems, installation practices, and field diagnostics.
• Ability to train others on basic maintenance, safety procedures, and troubleshooting methods.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory, documentation, and multiple work orders simultaneously.
• High level of professionalism in conduct, communication, and appearance.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a consistent weekday schedule with some flexibility, providing a stable routine while still allowing opportunities to earn additional income through on-call pay and overtime when needed. You will work in an environment that values professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement, with the chance to grow your technical skills and expand your experience in a complex, multi-building campus. The position includes access to benefits and the potential to transition to a full-time permanent role, offering long-term stability and career development.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a commercial and industrial campus setting with multiple buildings, focusing on facility infrastructure rather than production equipment. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, typically 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with some flexibility based on operational needs. The role includes participation in an on-call rotation approximately one week per month, covering after-hours and weekend issues, with a minimum number of paid hours for each on-call period. The environment involves regular work around HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, electrical systems up to 480 volts, fluid handling and pumping systems, and general building infrastructure. You will use a CMMS (currently Corrigo) and Microsoft Office 365 on a regular basis for work orders and documentation. The position requires working both indoors in plant and office areas and in building support spaces such as mechanical rooms, with adherence to appropriate safety practices and attire suitable for a hands-on technical facilities role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Paso, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(