Chiller Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting pre-commissioning activities for HVAC systems at a data center construction site, completing Level 1Level 3 tasks and resolving punch list items. You will perform minor electrical, mechanical, and HVAC repairs, contribute to the commissioning process of chiller and boiler systems, and ensure all work meets safety, quality, and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform L1L3 pre-commissioning activities on HVAC systems in a data center construction environment.

• Complete mechanical, electrical, and HVAC punch list items as directed, including minor repairs and adjustments.

• Support mechanical and electrical punch list completion under the guidance of project leadership.

• Support HVAC and chiller punch list completion under the guidance of project leadership.

• Conduct basic refrigeration tasks and assist with refrigeration-related work as required.

• Use HVAC tools such as manifolds and gauges to perform pressure testing and system checks.

• Perform preventive maintenance on industrial HVAC, chiller, and boiler systems.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in HVAC and related equipment.

• Carry out repairs, installations, and service work on industrial maintenance systems and components.

• Work safely at heights up to 15 feet while performing maintenance and commissioning tasks.

• Follow all site safety protocols, including completing a safety orientation and adhering to PPE requirements.

• Collaborate closely with project leaders and team members to ensure timely completion of commissioning and punch list activities.

• Document work performed and communicate any issues, delays, or additional needs to project leadership.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of industrial HVAC experience; commercial or residential-only experience does not meet requirements.

• Basic refrigeration knowledge and ability to perform related tasks.

• Proficiency with HVAC tools, including manifolds and gauges, and ability to perform pressure testing.

• Experience with industrial maintenance, including HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting, repair, and installation on industrial equipment.

• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics as they relate to maintenance and repair work.

• Experience working with boilers and chillers in an industrial environment.

• Comfort working at heights up to 15 feet in a construction setting.

• Ability to work extended hours, including possible weekend work, in a high-demand environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• HVAC skill set with prior EPA certification preferred; current EPA certification is not required if previous certification can be demonstrated.

• NFPA 70E-related safety training or certification.

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training or certification.

• Willingness to obtain or update safety certifications with support from the employer before onboarding.

• Experience in construction or data center environments is beneficial.

• Strong attention to safety procedures and regulatory compliance.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values safety, technical excellence, and professional growth in a dynamic data center environment. The organization supports employees with required safety training and certifications, provides personal protective equipment, and offers opportunities to work with advanced HVAC and mechanical systems. You gain exposure to complex industrial projects, benefit from steady, high-volume work, and develop skills that enhance your long-term career prospects in industrial maintenance and HVAC.

Work Environment

This position is based in a construction environment at a data center, where you work around active building, mechanical, and electrical operations. The role involves early morning starts, typically between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., and may include extended hours and weekend work, with weekly schedules often exceeding 60 hours. You will complete a three-hour safety orientation hosted by the general contractor on your first day. Personal protective equipment is provided, while you supply your own tools. The work includes operating and testing HVAC, boiler, and chiller systems, performing tasks at heights up to 15 feet, and adhering strictly to site safety rules and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Abilene, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Abilene, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Abilene,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.