Hvac Technician

Job Title: Commercial HVAC Technician Job Description

This role supports a large federal training facility by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating a wide range of commercial HVAC equipment in a mission-critical environment that requires 24/7 facility support. The position is open to both HVAC Technician I and HVAC Technician II level professionals and offers the opportunity to work under the guidance of a Senior HVAC Technician while contributing to preventative maintenance programs and corrective repair activities throughout the campus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on commercial HVAC systems and equipment in accordance with established schedules and procedures.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC mechanical and control system issues to ensure reliable operation.

• Maintain and service VRV/VRF systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, rooftop units (RTUs), air handling units (AHUs), split systems, and related commercial HVAC equipment.

• Respond promptly to equipment failures and perform corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain facility operations.

• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

• Assist with equipment inspections, testing, and performance evaluations to verify proper operation and identify improvement opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and facility operating procedures while performing daily tasks.

• Participate in an on-call rotation as staffing levels and operational requirements dictate to support 24/7 facility needs.

• Work collaboratively with maintenance technicians, electricians, and other facility personnel to support campus-wide operations.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to support effective troubleshooting and repairs.

Essential Skills

• EPA Universal Certification obtained prior to start.

• Hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial HVAC systems.

• Working knowledge of HVAC electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems.

• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Experience with VRV/VRF systems in a commercial environment.

• Chiller maintenance and repair experience.

• Experience working with cooling towers, rooftop units (RTUs), air handling units (AHUs), split systems, and large commercial HVAC systems.

• Possession of a REAL ID or valid passport to meet facility access requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, data center, or campus environments.

• NATE, CATE, or equivalent industry certification.

• HVAC trade school education or formal technical training.

• Familiarity with boilers and associated systems.

• Comfort working under the guidance of a Senior HVAC Technician and within a structured maintenance program.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary maintenance and facility teams.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, long-term opportunity supporting a major federal facility with consistent work and predictable day-shift hours. The role offers paid holidays, sick leave, and additional untaxed fringe pay, providing a competitive total compensation package. You will gain exposure to advanced commercial HVAC equipment, including chiller and VRV/VRF technologies, with potential certification support and professional development opportunities. The environment emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and growth, allowing you to develop your technical skills while contributing to a critical, high-profile facility.

Work Environment

The position is based at a large, occupied federal training facility with a mix of indoor mechanical rooms, rooftops, utility areas, and campus-wide buildings. Technicians work primarily on day shift from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with participation in an on-call rotation as operational needs require. The role involves working around commercial HVAC equipment such as chillers, boilers, VRV/VRF systems, cooling towers, RTUs, AHUs, and split systems in both indoor and outdoor settings, including elevated rooftop locations. The facility operates continuously and requires a strong focus on safety, adherence to environmental and operational procedures, and comfort working in mechanical spaces, utility areas, and varying weather conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.16 - $38.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

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.