Commercial HVAC Controls & Service Startup Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial HVAC Controls & Service Startup Technician
Location: Long Island & Queens, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Compensation: Up to $65 per hour  
Position Overview
Currently seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Controls & Service Startup Technician to join a well-established and growing HVAC organization servicing commercial and industrial facilities throughout Long Island and Queens.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial HVAC systems, building automation controls, equipment startup, commissioning, and technical troubleshooting.
This position requires a highly skilled, hands-on technician capable of independently diagnosing complex HVAC issues, performing equipment startups, and ensuring systems operate efficiently and according to manufacturer specifications.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform startup, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of commercial HVAC equipment and control systems.
• Diagnose, service, and repair commercial HVAC systems, including rooftop units (RTUs), air handling units (AHUs), chillers, boilers, VAV systems, and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS), including controllers, sensors, actuators, thermostats, and control sequences.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and control-related issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Perform equipment startups on newly installed HVAC systems, verifying proper operation and manufacturer specifications.
• Test, calibrate, and adjust HVAC controls and system components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control sequences.
• Work with project managers, installation teams, and service departments to coordinate equipment startups and resolve technical issues.
• Identify system deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Complete service documentation, startup reports, and commissioning checklists.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, codes, and company procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC service, controls, or startup experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment and system operations.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) and HVAC controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control-related problems independently.
• Hands-on experience with equipment startup, commissioning, and system testing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
• Knowledge of HVAC control sequences, sensors, actuators, and control wiring.
• Familiarity with commercial HVAC manufacturers and control platforms such as Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Trane, Carrier, or similar systems.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites throughout Long Island and Queens.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DDC (Direct Digital Controls) systems.
• Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, and other building automation communication protocols.
• Experience programming or modifying HVAC control sequences.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Manufacturer-specific HVAC controls or startup certifications.
• Experience working on large commercial buildings, industrial facilities, schools, hospitals, or multi-building properties.

Compensation
Pay Rate: Up to $65/hour , commensurate with experience and technical expertise.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC professional seeking a long-term position with a growing organization and the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial HVAC systems.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.