Commercial HVAC Technician

Overview Commercial HVAC Technician role at Air Equipment Company (AEC). With over 75 years of experience, AEC partners with leading manufacturers to provide cutting‑edge air systems and values agility, collaboration, and innovation. Reports to: Service Manager Responsibilities Assist Project Manager with installation training when required. Troubleshoot and diagnose building mechanical systems (including but not limited to RTUs, split systems, VRFs, boilers, chillers, AHU and VAV). Repair and/or install proposed diagnoses. Plan, layout and ensure overall efficiency at project repair and/or installation. Work independently and read/interprete blueprints and wiring diagrams. Assist with Owner Training. Support Service Manager with warranty and non‑warranty issue resolution. Manage on‑site communication with customers and facility directors. Maintain a safe work environment. Assist in training apprentices. Occasionally assist with startup or issue resolution with other mechanical and control product lines. Consult with Service Manager or manufacturer support when uncertainties arise. Collaborate with project stakeholders to solve issues effectively and efficiently. Coordinate with aftermarket project management and service controller to keep jobs on track and on schedule. Collaborate with manufacturers and AEC stakeholders (aftermarket project management, sales, application engineering, operations controlling team) to ensure effective issue resolution. Always maintain company culture and core values. Understand AEC’s long and short‑term mission and vision. Attend regular L10 meetings. Attend quarterly reviews. Knowledge & Skill Set Understand basic refrigeration cycle: super heat, subcooling, diagram reading, component identification, troubleshooting, manifold gauge use and temperature measurement. Identify and recover, evacuate, and charge systems correctly. Understands basic electrical theory: AC/DC currents, single‑phase and three‑phase circuits, series and parallel circuits, Ohm’s law. Read wiring diagrams and use multi‑meters to measure voltage, current and resistance; troubleshoot basic electrical circuits. Understand the process of conditioning air and controlling temperature, humidity, and distribution. Read and understand mechanical drawings. Identify heating system components and troubleshoot gas‑fired units using a gas pressure monometer and other devices. Understand combustion theory and its relation to combustible fuels such as gas and oil. Use a gas combustion analyzer and correct combustion issues. Education, Experience & Qualifications HVAC Journeyman license and EPA Certification; at least 1 year of trade‑related work experience. High School diploma or equivalent GED certificate. OSHA 10‑hour safety certificate. Core Values We care. We do the right thing. We have a "can do" and solution‑oriented attitude. Customer success is paramount. We are humbly confident. Purpose/Cause/Passion: Experts Helping Experts. Niche: Creating and maintaining healthy environments. Culture: We take our knowledge very seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Management is humble and approachable. Everyone is important. We do not abandon customers. Resources Provided On‑boarding program with one‑on‑one support from the president and executive leadership team. Ongoing access to leadership and employees. Professional development opportunities through seminars, conferences, factory training and web‑based training. Compensation & Benefits Compensation commensurate with education and experience. Full benefits offered. This job description shall remain fluid and will be reviewed as needed. Employment Practices Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr