HVAC Technician - Field Service

Location: Wood-Ridge, NJ
Pay: $33-$38/hour
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Local travel to multiple commercial properties; company vehicle and tools provided
Schedule: Includes participation in an on-call rotation

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to support commercial facilities throughout the Wood-Ridge, NJ area. This is a field-based position responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, service, and repair of commercial HVAC and building mechanical systems across multiple customer locations.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with package units, split systems, boilers, refrigeration components, HVAC controls, electrical troubleshooting, and general building maintenance. This position requires local travel between customer properties, and a company vehicle and tools are provided.

The technician will also participate in an on-call rotation to support customer service needs outside of regularly scheduled work when required.

• Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on commercial HVAC equipment and building systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair commercial package units, split systems, boilers, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections, including:
  • Inspecting and replacing belts and pulleys
  • Cleaning and inspecting condensate drain lines
  • Testing compressors, fan motors, and blower motors
  • Inspecting burners and heat exchangers
  • Testing HVAC safety and operational controls
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC components including compressors, condensing units, circuit boards, contactors, motors, belts, pulleys, and refrigeration components.
• Perform basic repairs on steam and hot-water boiler systems.
• Diagnose airflow and ductwork-related issues.
• Properly handle refrigerants in accordance with EPA requirements.
• Identify and repair refrigerant leaks and perform copper brazing as needed.
• Understand and troubleshoot commercial HVAC controls and sequences of operation.
• Perform general facility maintenance, including minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting repairs.
• Complete scheduled work orders, service inspections, preventive maintenance tasks, and equipment/asset inspections.
• Maintain accurate service notes, inspection reports, work-order documentation, time records, and expenses using tablets, smartphones, and electronic systems.
• Obtain materials, replacement parts, and supplies needed to complete assigned work.
• Provide recommendations and estimates for larger repairs or additional facility services when appropriate.
• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal support teams regarding maintenance needs and work-order status.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, OSHA requirements, building codes, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in required safety and compliance training.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Travel locally between assigned customer facilities using a company-provided vehicle.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; HVAC trade school or technical education preferred.
• HVAC technical certification, applicable state license, or equivalent professional training preferred.
• 5+ years of HVAC and/or commercial building maintenance experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience servicing and troubleshooting commercial or industrial HVAC equipment and systems.
• Experience with package units, split systems, boilers, compressors, refrigeration components, and HVAC controls.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment independently.
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and electronic work-order systems.
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple service requests.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to travel locally between customer locations.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.

Candidates with experience as a Commercial HVAC Technician, HVAC Service Technician, HVAC/R Technician, Mobile HVAC Technician, Building Engineer, Facilities HVAC Technician, or Commercial Service Technician are encouraged to apply.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC professional seeking a field-service position offering $33-$38/hour, a company vehicle and tools, and exposure to a variety of commercial HVAC systems and facilities.
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