Principal Centrifugal & Screw Chiller Service Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Principal Centrifugal & Screw Chiller Service Engineer

Where: Dallas, TX (On-site) | Type: Full-Time | Pay: $90,000–$110,000 annually, based on experience

Ready for the next stretch assignment?

Do you light up when a 1,000-ton centrifugal trips on a mystery fault—because that’s your arena? Are OEM variations across Trane, York, Carrier, and Daikin second nature? If you’re the expert others call for full teardowns, system-level diagnostics, and project coordination, read on.

The Company You’ll Join

Step into a nationally recognized, employee-owned MEP organization delivering design, construction, service, and facility maintenance for critical environments throughout Texas and the Southwest. Ownership gives you a stake; a culture of trust and servant leadership gives you the platform. Expect best-in-class training, career development, and a team that’s growing—where your expertise truly matters.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, service, maintain, and repair complex chiller systems: air-cooled, water-cooled, centrifugal, screw, and scroll.
• Perform complete equipment teardowns and in-depth diagnostics on large commercial equipment.
• Lead coordination and workflow on large projects, including disassembly/reassembly for troubleshooting and planned maintenance per service agreements.
• Execute service contracts, quoted projects, and urgent demand calls with clear documentation.
• Operate hand/power tools, gauges, and precision measuring devices with expert skill.
• Build credibility with customers; explain your work in a way that earns trust.
• Communicate status and solutions to all stakeholders and keep records current in app-based systems.
• Rotate through an established on-call standby schedule.
• Procure materials and issue purchase order numbers to vendors.
• Drive and tow safely per fleet safety and company safety policies.
• Keep your service vehicle organized with maintained tools, calibrated instruments, and stocked inventory.
• Leverage mobile/app tools for scheduling, notes, photos, and reporting.

What You Need to Succeed

• Minimum 7 years specialized in commercial chiller service with deep technical mastery.
• Direct experience on centrifugal and screw chillers (Trane, York, Carrier, Daikin, or comparable).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability on 200–1,000 ton systems.
• Working knowledge of VFDs, pumps, cooling towers, and BAS controls.
• Advanced understanding of service procedures, techniques, and codes.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting complex schematics and prints.
• Self-directed, organized, and capable of managing complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor with clear written and verbal communication.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record compliant with fleet safety/driving policy requirements.
• Full chiller teardown experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary aligned to experience: $90,000–$110,000.
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Referral program and clear advancement pathways into new roles.

Bring your best. We’ll match it with ownership, trust, and the runway to grow.