HVAC Service Technician I

Under minimal supervision, performs diagnostic and service work on residential and/or light commercial HVAC equipment and accessories. Communicates with customer to answer questions, resolves problems, and ensures complete customer satisfaction. Promotes products and services to customer. Works under the direction of the Field Supervisor or General Manager.

Responsibilities

Works under minimal supervision to perform residential and/or light commercial service and maintenance calls; Analyzes, diagnoses, and resolves customer problems in a courteous, professional, timely, and accurate manner; Diagnoses and performs services on heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment as well as accessories in an accurate and timely manner; Inspects equipment and performs diagnostics on equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks; Completes routine maintenance and equipment cleaning as needed or required; Responsible for delivery and removal of parts and equipment needed to complete service work; Using hand-held device records all required information on customer call, completes all forms and paperwork, and collects payment from customer; Communicates with dispatch, while on duty, to ensure dispatcher has an accurate status report of activities and availability; Responsible for delivery of excellent customer service and sustaining high levels of customer satisfaction; Promotes products and services to the customer and calls Sales and Service Coordinator with specifics on replacement product sales leads; Ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained, and properly accounted for; Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities; Follows standard procedures and process, ensures company vehicle is properly stocked, returns defective warranty parts to the branch, and orders/replenishes vehicle stock as needed; Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned; Regular, reliable attendance; Reports unsafe acts, conditions, hazards, contraventions of legislation or company policy, and injuries or incidents to direct supervisor/manager immediately; Corrects substandard acts or conditions within area of control; Uses and maintains appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); Never removes or renders ineffective safety guards, devices, or clothing; Participates in safety initiatives, teams, or committees; Provides input on developing safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with additional training and 0-2+ years' experience in HVAC with technical training certification required; Must possess all valid licensing or certification as required by federal, state, provincial, or local governmental laws or regulations for the geographical work area; EPA and safety certifications required; Skilled at servicing heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment as well as related accessories; Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment; Proficient at reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting problems with electrical, refrigerant and duct systems on HVAC equipment; Proficient and able to properly start up and balance airflow and to properly align belts and pulleys on all systems with little to no supervision; Proficient and able to install a basic duct fitting; Proficient at troubleshooting and repairing electronic air cleaners, refrigeration systems, hot water systems, steam boiler systems, humidifiers, and related equipment with little to no supervision; Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns; Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills; Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed; Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units; Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas; Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders with a 30lb tool belt; Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception; Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; Minimum Experience: 0 - 2 years; Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED