HVAC Setup Technician

HVAC Setup Technician

Location: Charlotte, NC

Pay Rate: $23.46/hour (27.46/hour)

Schedule: 2nd shift

Put Your HVAC Experience to Work

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Set Up Technician to support HVAC equipment testing and operations. This is a hands-on role working with chillers, testing equipment, measuring instruments, and control systems to help ensure equipment operates safely and performs as expected.

If you have HVAC, chiller, industrial, or equipment-testing experience and enjoy working with tools and technical equipment, we'd like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Chiller Testing & Operations

• Set up and operate water-cooled and air-cooled chillers in engineering laboratories.

• Execute testing activities and support engineering development projects.

• Operate, inspect, and maintain chillers, test setups, and laboratory equipment.

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems.

• Support efficient chiller operation and test execution.

• Assist with calibration and measurement activities.

Equipment & Technical Support

• Work with electrical systems, including 460V, 3-phase, 60Hz equipment .

• Connect and troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems.

• Handle refrigerants in accordance with EPA requirements.

• Utilize flow, pressure, and temperature measurement equipment.

• Identify and resolve test-related issues to minimize downtime.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with engineering, development, and cross-functional teams.

• Communicate testing results, issues, and recommendations.

• Assist in coaching and supporting fellow technicians.

• Support problem resolution and continuous improvement efforts.

Laboratory Safety & Maintenance

• Promote safe work practices and support EHS requirements.

• Maintain organized work areas using 5S principles.

• Report equipment and instrumentation issues promptly.

• Support preventive maintenance and laboratory uptime initiatives.

Reporting & Documentation

• Collect and report test status and results.

• Document issues and corrective actions.

• Support preparation of test reports and technical documentation.

• Apply measurement and troubleshooting best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Technical/Business School Certificate, High School Diploma, GED, or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship.

• Minimum 1 year of experience using:

• Hand tools

• Pneumatic tools

• Flow, temperature, and pressure measurement equipment

• Precision measuring instruments

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.

• Strong attention to safety and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of Chiller/HVAC operational experience

• 2+ years of mechanical or electrical shop experience

• Experience working with commercial chiller systems from manufacturers such as:

• Carrier

• Trane

• York

• Daikin

• EPA Certification for refrigerant handling

• Experience with HVAC controls and automation systems

What Makes You a Great Fit

• HVAC and chiller troubleshooting experience

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude

• Experience with refrigeration systems

• Strong safety mindset

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Hands-on problem-solving skills

• Experience operating and testing commercial equipment

Work Environment

• Frequent standing and walking

• Lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Ladder use and work around mechanical equipment

• Exposure to refrigerants, compressed gases, and varying temperatures

• Occasional after-hours or weekend support may be required for critical maintenance activities

Why Join Us?

• $23.46/hr pay rate

• Hands-on engineering laboratory environment

• Opportunity to work with advanced HVAC and chiller technologies

• Collaborative team supporting product development and testing

• Growth opportunities in engineering, testing, and HVAC operations

Apply Today!

If you have experience with HVAC systems, chillers, electrical troubleshooting, refrigeration, or laboratory testing , we'd love to hear from you.

Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Set Up Technician and help support the testing and development of industry-leading HVAC solutions.

Pay Details: $23.46 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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