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Calspan

Aerospace, defense, and automotive testing services

HVAC Technician

HVAC & Building SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBuffalo, NY, USA$35 - $47 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills involving HVAC and mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, refrigeration systems, and facility mechanical operations.
  • Ability to effectively operate seasonal equipment.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks independently.
  • Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements and use of personal protective equipment.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including hot and cold environments.
  • Ability to repetitively lift, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
  • An associate degree in a related field and completion of building trades courses are preferred.
  • EPA Type II certification is required.
  • A Stationary Engineer License is listed.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on commercial and industrial HVAC and mechanical systems.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair complex HVAC systems, including chilled and condenser water systems, electrical controls, and wiring.
  • Conduct annual equipment assessments and facility surveys to identify deficiencies and optimize performance.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
  • Complete equipment start-ups, repairs, replacements, and operational testing.
  • Maintain and service rooftop units, split/variable refrigerant flow systems, heat pumps, boilers, chillers, pumps, plumbing systems, and related equipment.
  • Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with manufacturer and service agreement standards.
  • Respond to emergency service requests and equipment failures as needed.
  • Maintain clean and safe work environments.
  • Manage service agreements and projects to meet contractual timelines and cost expectations.
  • Accurately complete work orders, service records, and required documentation using company systems.
  • Communicate with customers to diagnose issues, confirm repairs, and ensure satisfaction.
  • Educate customers on additional services and solutions when appropriate.
  • Provide training and support to junior technicians.
  • Maintain working knowledge of facility operations and mechanical systems.

About the Company

Calspan

Aerospace, defense, and automotive testing services

Calspan provides testing and technology development services for aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors, including transonic wind tunnel testing, flight testing with in-flight simulation, airborne testbeds and RPAS work, jet-engine test facilities, and automotive crash testing. Its testing process combines hardware facilities, instrumentation, data collection, and analysis to evaluate aircraft, engines, and vehicles under real and simulated conditions. The company differentiates itself with a long heritage dating back to the Cornell Aeronautical Laboratory and a broad, end-to-end suite of capabilities—from wind tunnels and flight tests to autonomous/RPAS work and integrated engine and crash-test facilities. Its goal is to help customers test the future by providing objective, hands-on evaluation to enable safer, more capable aerospace, defense, and automotive designs.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$1.5M
Headquarters
Buffalo, NY
Founded
1943

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