Service Technician I

**Service Technician I** **Position Overview** As a Service Technician I, you'll begin your career in commercial HVAC service by assisting experienced technicians with basic maintenance, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting on a variety of systems in buildings, offices, schools, hospitals, and industrial facilities. Under close supervision, you'll gain hands-on experience with entry-level tasks while learning to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient service that supports sustainable building performance. Our people-first culture invests in your development from day one with structured training, mentorship, paid certifications, and clear pathways to advance through the levels—empowering you to grow into a skilled journeyman while contributing to the comfort and efficiency of commercial spaces nationwide. **Duties and Responsibilities** - Assist senior technicians with preventive maintenance, filter changes, belt adjustments, cleaning coils, lubricating components, and basic inspections on commercial HVAC equipment (rooftop units, split systems, air handlers, fans, basic controls). - Support troubleshooting and repairs under direct guidance, including checking refrigerant levels, tightening connections, replacing minor parts (filters, capacitors, contactors), and assisting with refrigerant recovery/recharge as trained. - Perform general service call support: prepare tools/parts, document findings, take photos, and complete basic work order entries. - Help maintain clean, organized work areas, vehicles, and tools; load/unload equipment and materials as needed. - Participate fully in daily safety briefings, job hazard analyses, toolbox talks, and follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements. - Actively learn commercial HVAC systems, codes, EPA regulations, and best practices through on-the-job training, ride-alongs, and assigned coursework. - Communicate professionally with customers and team members, reporting observations and asking questions to build knowledge. **Supervisory Responsibilities** None (entry-level role focused on learning and assisting journeyman and senior technicians). **Requirements/Qualifications** - **Experience**: 0–2 years in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, facilities maintenance, or related construction/trade field; no prior commercial HVAC experience required—strong mechanical aptitude, eagerness to learn, and positive attitude essential. - **Education**: High school diploma or GED required; trade school, vocational training, or HVAC certificate a plus (will be supported through company-sponsored programs). - **Certifications**: Valid driver's license and clean driving record required; EPA Section 608 certification (or willingness to obtain within first 6–12 months) preferred. OSHA 10-hour certification encouraged (company support provided). - **Physical Demands**: Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/scaffolding/stairs, work in confined spaces or at heights, bend/kneel/crouch, reach overhead, and use tools/equipment for extended periods; frequent standing, walking, manual dexterity, and physical stamina required. - **Work Environment/Safety**: Primarily field-based in commercial/industrial settings (indoor/outdoor, rooftops, mechanical rooms, varying weather); exposure to noise, dust, heights, refrigerants, electrical hazards, and extreme temperatures; must strictly adhere to OSHA regulations, EPA protocols, conduct hazard identification, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, and steel-toed boots at all times—safety is our top priority and non-negotiable. This is a safety-sensitive position. Frequent regional travel within assigned market, on-call rotations, and flexible hours (including evenings/weekends) may be required as business needs dictate. **Required Skills** - Basic mechanical/electrical aptitude and tool familiarity (multimeter, gauges, hand tools). - Safety awareness, attention to detail,…