We are currently looking to add a Service Technician to our team. Job to include Residential and Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration equipment. This will include hot side and cold side work as well. EPA is a must and NATE Certs are a plus! We offer paid training to keep up with the industry. WTR is a family owned and operated company that has built a reputation for honest, dependable service. West Texas Refrigeration services West Texas and the surrounding areas with branches in Lubbock, Midland, and Abilene. We pride ourselves in providing quality repair and replacements of both Residential and Commercial heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems along with superior customer service. We are looking to add to our HVAC family. Some of the Benefits we offer: insurance premiums paid for Medical and dental Company truck Dispatch from home Company phone Paid Uniforms 401K matching after 90 days Job Description: • Diagnose and repair HVAC Refrigeration and Hot side equipment • Build estimate for repairs. • Work with sales team on new equipment quotes. • maintain truck and inventory • maintenance on equipment • Assisting in installs when needed. • on call rotation Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Company truck • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • On call Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Overview We are seeking a skilled HVAC Installer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, with the ability to design, install, and maintain various HVAC equipment. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can work independently and as part of a team to ensure optimal performance of HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties. Responsibilities • Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems according to specifications. • Read and interpret schematics and blueprints to understand system layouts. • Perform equipment repairs and troubleshoot issues with HVAC units. • Weld components as necessary for system installation or repair. • Conduct property maintenance tasks related to HVAC systems. • Plumb new installations and ensure proper drainage for HVAC units. • Provide excellent customer service by addressing client questions and concerns regarding their HVAC systems. • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations during all installations and maintenance tasks. Requirements • Proven experience as an HVAC Installer or similar role. • Strong knowledge of air conditioning systems, ammonia refrigeration, and equipment repair techniques. • Familiarity with design principles related to HVAC systems. • Proficiency in using tools such as an ohmmeter for electrical testing. • Ability to read schematics and technical drawings effectively. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication skills to interact with clients professionally. • Relevant certifications or licenses in HVAC installation preferred. • Physical stamina to perform manual labor in various environments. Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to providing top-notch HVAC solutions! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • On call • Overtime • Weekends as needed • Year round work Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities • Commission pay • Overtime pay Work Location: In person
See More Details >>**POSITION SUMMARY** Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial/industrial air-conditioning equipment and multi-zone heating and cooling systems to ensure they are working efficiently, properly and affordably. • *What you’ll do:** + Install, remove, maintain and repair HVAC systems and related equipment. + Study customer's scope of service. Follow the preventative maintenance schedule and perform routine system maintenance, including cleaning and replacing parts, testing for leaks, adjusting controls and making minor repairs where needed. + Troubleshoot for electrical problems. Make repairs as required. + Document and track preventive maintenance accordingly and in compliance with EPA regulations. + Maintain efficient environmental conditions. Adjust system controls to recommended settings. Test system performance using special tools and test equipment. + Conserve, recover and recycle CFC and HCFC refrigerants used in A/C and refrigeration systems in compliance with EPA regulations. + Test systems for gas leaks, carbon monoxide issues, and fluid leaks. + Install and repair fuel and water supply lines. + Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement. + Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes. + Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner. + Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment. + Mentor/train assisting apprentices. + Perform all work within the confines of Brandt's safety rules and regulations. + Perform additional assignments as requested/needed. • *What you’ll need to be successful:** + Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams + Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting and making repairs on: + air-cooled chillers (recip, screw, or scroll) less than 100 tons + RTU, package units, water-source heat pumps, and split systems (any size) + AHU’s + cooling towers + vane axial fans + pumps + air compressors + air dryers + VAV boxes + VFD’s + Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe + Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations + Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people + Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy + Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions + Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests + Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays. + Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc. • *What you bring to the table:** + High school degree (or GED) and successful completion of sheet metal apprenticeship program or related trade school + OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire) + Current Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certificate + Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record • *YOU Matter** The Brandt Companies were created under the leadership of Barry Moore and Mark Zilbermann in an ever-expanding quest to provide our clients with on-time, in-budget construction service, complete commissioning assistance, and long-term facilities maintenance. We expanded into HVAC service and full-service MEP operations. In the 2010s, Brandt established the industrial division focusing directly on the unique needs of industrial clients. Expanding on the growing industrial market, Brandt acquired Hilbig Services in 2018. • *BRANDT TODAY** In 2022, Brandt was acquired by Southland Industries (https://southlandind.com/) . This acquisition aligned with Brandt’s goal to become a truly national company that can better serve our customers, increase our industry influence towards more collaborative delivery approaches, and create additional opportunities for our employees. With offices in all of the major Texas cities and over $700 million in annual revenues, Brandt has established itself as the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractor (https://brandt.us/mep-construction-services/) in the state. With in-house capabilities that start with build/design, construction and commissioning and end up in service, Brandt works every day to provide the solutions and service to meet your ever-changing needs. • *PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN** At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels. If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you! At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job. We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued. If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then **JOIN** our team and become a part of an organization that values **PEOPLE** , **SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY,** ** ACCOUNTABILITY** ** & SUSTAINABILITY.** • *Benefits:** As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family: + 401(k) Plan + Competitive Pay + **Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance** + Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance + Disability Income Protection Insurance + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) + Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave + Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses • *For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website:** ** ** Southland Careers (https://southlandind.com/careers/careers) ** or on** ** ** Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SouthlandInd) ** or** ** ** LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1408634606883%2Ctas%3ASouthland%20industries%2Cidx%3A2-1-4) ** ** To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture (https://southlandind.com/culture) Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an **Equal Opportunity Employer** ** ** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. • ***All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. **** • ***We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time**** If you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company. Required Skills Required Experience • *POSITION SUMMARY** Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial/industrial air-conditioning equipment and multi-zone heating and cooling systems to ensure they are working efficiently, properly and affordably. • *What you’ll do:** + Install, remove, maintain and repair HVAC systems and related equipment. + Study customer's scope of service. Follow the preventative maintenance schedule and perform routine system maintenance, including cleaning and replacing parts, testing for leaks, adjusting controls and making minor repairs where needed. + Troubleshoot for electrical problems. Make repairs as required. + Document and track preventive maintenance accordingly and in compliance with EPA regulations. + Maintain efficient environmental conditions. Adjust system controls to recommended settings. Test system performance using special tools and test equipment. + Conserve, recover and recycle CFC and HCFC refrigerants used in A/C and refrigeration systems in compliance with EPA regulations. + Test systems for gas leaks, carbon monoxide issues, and fluid leaks. + Install and repair fuel and water supply lines. + Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement. + Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes. + Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner. + Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment. + Mentor/train assisting apprentices. + Perform all work within the confines of Brandt's safety rules and regulations. + Perform additional assignments as requested/needed. • *What you’ll need to be successful:** + Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams + Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting and making repairs on: + air-cooled chillers (recip, screw, or scroll) less than 100 tons + RTU, package units, water-source heat pumps, and split systems (any size) + AHU’s + cooling towers + vane axial fans + pumps + air compressors + air dryers + VAV boxes + VFD’s + Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe + Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations + Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people + Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy + Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions + Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests + Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays. + Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc. • *What you bring to the table:** + High school degree (or GED) and successful completion of sheet metal apprenticeship program or related trade school + OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire) + Current Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certificate + Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record • *YOU Matter** The Brandt Companies were created under the leadership of Barry Moore and Mark Zilbermann in an ever-expanding quest to provide our clients with on-time, in-budget construction service, complete commissioning assistance, and long-term facilities maintenance. We expanded into HVAC service and full-service MEP operations. In the 2010s, Brandt established the industrial division focusing directly on the unique needs of industrial clients. Expanding on the growing industrial market, Brandt acquired Hilbig Services in 2018. • *BRANDT TODAY** In 2022, Brandt was acquired by Southland Industries (https://southlandind.com/) . This acquisition aligned with Brandt’s goal to become a truly national company that can better serve our customers, increase our industry influence towards more collaborative delivery approaches, and create additional opportunities for our employees. With offices in all of the major Texas cities and over $700 million in annual revenues, Brandt has established itself as the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractor (https://brandt.us/mep-construction-services/) in the state. With in-house capabilities that start with build/design, construction and commissioning and end up in service, Brandt works every day to provide the solutions and service to meet your ever-changing needs. • *PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN** At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels. If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we’re looking for you! At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job. We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged, and valued. If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then **JOIN** our team and become a part of an organization that values **PEOPLE** , **SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY,** ** ACCOUNTABILITY** ** & SUSTAINABILITY.** • *Benefits:** As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family: + 401(k) Plan + Competitive Pay + **Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance** + Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance + Disability Income Protection Insurance + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) + Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave + Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses • *For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website:** ** ** Southland Careers (https://southlandind.com/careers/careers) ** or on** ** ** Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SouthlandInd) ** or** ** ** LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1408634606883%2Ctas%3ASouthland%20industries%2Cidx%3A2-1-4) ** ** To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture (https://southlandind.com/culture) Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an **Equal Opportunity Employer** ** ** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. • ***All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. **** • ***We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time**** If you don’t feel this position is a match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company. Required Skills Required Experience
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Abilene, TX, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 19,350 HVAC technicians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Abilene, the average hourly wage for HVAC apprentices is approximately $25.14, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring HVAC technicians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,300 annually for experienced professionals.
