Commercial HVAC Service Technician-Level 3+- $25-$40/hour Position Summary Air Force One is looking for an experienced Commercial Service Technician with 3+ years of experience. The HVAC Service Technician performs maintenance and service repairs on refrigeration and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent • Apprenticeship and/or formal training in HVAC preferred • 3+ years of commercial HVAC experience • Universal EPA Certification required • OSHA certification • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record • Clean background check Required Responsibilities • Provide maximum customer service and professional communication to all associates and customers. • Effectively communicate with clients and team members. • Working knowledge of temperature/pressure chart. • Read thermometers and gauges, records readings. • Ability to troubleshoot analog and digital signals. • Other duties as assigned. Ability to troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on the following types of HVAC systems: • Exhaust Fans • Circulating Pumps • Unit Heaters • VAV Boxes • Split Systems 1 thru 5 Ton 1 PH • Package Units 1 thru 5 Ton 1 PH • Systems with scroll and sealed hermetic compressors • Single phase & three phase motors • Heating systems with atmospheric burners and induced draft motors • All residential type furnaces • Medium temperature refrigeration systems • Cooling towers • Direct and indirect fired makeup air units • Built -up Air Handlers • Variable frequency drives • Ductless split systems Preferred Responsibilities Ability to troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on the following types of HVAC systems: • Low Temperature Refrigeration Systems • Boiler Systems-Low Pressure Hydronic & Steam • Boiler Systems with Power Burners • Air Cooled Chiller • Rotary-Screw Compressors • Pneumatics Air Compressors and Systems Air Force One has been named Top Workplace by Columbus CEO Magazine for the 4th year in a row in 2024!! This award is very special to us, as it is solely based on anonymous reviews from Air Force One associates. Our positive culture has led to an environment where your ideas are encouraged and welcomed. We believe in working hard but also enjoying your time away with an excellent work/life balance. From the beginning, we have dreamed of building a company unlike any other in the HVAC industry for both our employees and our customers. We are well on our way to achieving this dream! As One Team Dedicated To Personal Ownership And Service To Others, We Keep Our Core Values At The Root Of Everything We Do INTEGRITY: promising unmatched honesty and reliability. HUMILITY: thinking of others before yourself. INTELLIGENCE: providing thoughtful and reasonable decisions. HUNGER: striving to progress and improve. Company Benefits • 7 Paid Holidays • Double Time Pay on Sundays & Holidays • Paid Time Off • Additional 3 Paid Days Off available for Charitable work • Medical (including 3 company paid options) • Dental, Vision • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability • Company Paid Life Insurance • 401(k) with company match • Wellness Incentive Programs • Tool Program and/or Apparel Program • Defined Career Paths for Field Associates • Associate Referral Program If you would like to hear more about why we are one of the Top Places to work, apply today!
See More Details >>Grow Your HVAC Career - Join Lowry Heating and Cooling as a Commercial HVAC Service Technician!Position Title: Commercial HVAC Service Technician Company Name: Lowry Heating and Cooling Pay Range: $18.00 to $28.00+ per hour + Commission + Year-End Bonus Industry: HVAC / Mechanical (Residential, Commercial) Location: Akron, OH Job Overview Lowry Heating and Cooling is looking for a dedicated and experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician to join our growing team! In this role, you will service, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial HVAC systems while delivering an exceptional customer experience. If you are motivated, professional, and can independently handle repairs with minimal supervision, we want to hear from you! Who We Are At Lowry Heating and Cooling, we take pride in delivering top-quality HVAC services to both residential and commercial clients across our community. As a smaller company, we offer a tight-knit, supportive work environment with room for growth and ongoing learning. We believe in work-life balance, professional development, and equipping our team members with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Learn more at: lowryfurnace.com Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair residential and light commercial HVAC systems • Perform preventative maintenance and system inspections • Communicate clearly and professionally with customers regarding service recommendations and repairs • Document service and repair work using digital tools (tablet/smartphone provided) • Maintain clean, organized service vehicle and equipment • Follow all safety protocols and ensure compliance with company standards • Participate in an on-call rotation and occasional weekend service calls as needed • Other related duties as assigned by management Qualifications • Minimum 2 years of HVAC field experience preferred • Valid Driver's License required • EPA Certification required • Strong troubleshooting and repair skills across HVAC systems • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Self-motivated, professional, with good attendance and reliability • High school diploma or GED preferred • Ability to pass background check and drug screening if required Benefits • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick) • Weekly Pay Cycle • Year-End Bonus • Company Vehicle Provided • Uniforms Provided • Tech Package (smartphone or tablet) • Opportunities for Career Development and Growth Work Schedule • Full-Time • Monday - Friday, with occasional weekends/on-call rotation Work Location • Remote field-based - reporting to various customer locations within the service area • Company-provided vehicle for transportation between job sites Equal Employment OpportunityLowry Heating and Cooling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or identity.Ready to take your HVAC career to the next level? Join the team at Lowry Heating and Cooling - apply today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>This is skilled and specialized heating and air conditioning maintenance, installation, and repair work. An employee in this class is responsible for the skilled operation, installation, repair and maintenance of complex commercial heating and air conditioning units and for the repair of auxiliary controls. Work involves skilled electrical and plumbing work. Work provides considerable opportunity for independent judgment in devising work methods and deciding materials to complete assignments. Adjusts and calibrates electromechanical, electronic, and pneumatic controls for heating, cooling, and humidity. Performs mathematical calculations in determining fuse size, amp draw, air volume, waterflow and other related HVAC operations. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, or replaces window and floor mounted air conditioning units. Makes chemical tests of chiller unit condenser water systems to determine calcium hardness, alkalinity, etc. of the water. Adds treatment, in controlled amounts, to maintain the pH at a neutral level. Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs cooling tower systems, high pressure steam boiler and associated condensate pump and electrical controls. Installs copper pipe systems including fin-tube radiators. Solders connections and performs high pressure brazing on connections. Cuts, threads, and installs steel pipe to cast iron steam radiators, etc. Maintains low pressure, gas fired, hot water heating boilers. Makes sketches, schematics and "as built" drawings for existing or proposed installations. Estimates and orders materials and supplies needed for installations and repair work. Drives to pick up materials and supplies. Troubleshoots electrical malfunctions in motor start contacts and control panels. Troubleshoots and eliminates problems with vacuum pumps, air compressors, circulating pumps, exhaust and intake blowers associated with heating, cooling, and ventilating equipment. Installs and repairs steam pressure reducing valves, floats, and thermostatic traps. Replaces mechanical seals on water pumps. Performs related work as required. Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of three years of paid experience in the maintenance and repair of commercial heating, cooling, and ventilating equipment, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training. THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP TO 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED EDUCATION. Possession of a valid Universal Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Recovery certificate. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license. Considerable knowledge of air conditioning principles of operation, steam boiler and hot water heating boiler operation, and of operating controls, repair, and adjustment. Knowledge of pneumatic, electromechanical, and electronic controls and associated electric equipment involving voltages of 120, 208, 277 single-phase and 208, 480 three-phase. Ability to detect and analyze electrical and mechanical malfunctions of heating, cooling, and ventilating installations and auxiliary controls. Ability to read and work from schematic drawings and blueprints. Ability to use and care for tools of the HVAC trade including oxy-acetylene, acetylene, and Map gas torches. Ability to work at various heights and to load and unload heavy materials used in this work. Ability to work independently and to function effectively as a member of a team. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. List of essential job functions available upon request. This is a classified position. The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%. Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment. NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience. RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application. DRIVER’S LICENSE: An applicant having a valid driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment. Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration. NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720. Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from info@governmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices. Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process. The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Akron, OH, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 76,000 HVAC technicians nationwide, with a significant presence in Akron, OH. The industry projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Akron earn an average of $1,146 per week, with experienced professionals earning upwards of $56,500 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
