Commercial HVAC Service Technician

Midwest Applied Solutions is a premier independent HVAC Equipment and Solutions provider in Illinois.  Our sales territory includes Chicagoland and Central Illinois.  We have 54 employees and represent over 30 equipment manufacturers, offering innovative systems with a flexibility of equipment and solutions to best match each application. We work with industry professionals and end users from the conceptual stage of projects to provide energy efficient, value‐added solutions to their complex problems.

Our overall mission is simple: we want to create value and make a difference every day in our journey to be the best HVAC sales and service organization in the Midwest. We believe we can succeed in that mission by being the BEST provider for our clients, the BEST partner for manufacturers, and the BEST company for our employees.

Service Technician – Commercial HVAC

Reports to: Vice President, Sales

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $40-$55

The Company

Midwest Applied Solutions is a premier independent HVAC Equipment and Solutions provider in Illinois. Our sales territory includes Chicagoland and Central Illinois. We represent over 30 equipment manufacturers, offering innovative systems with a flexibility of equipment and solutions to best match each application. We work with industry professionals and end users from the conceptual stage of projects to provide energy efficient, value‐added solutions to their complex problems.

Our overall mission is simple: we want to create value and make a difference every day in our journey to be the best HVAC sales and service organization in the Midwest. We believe we can succeed in that mission by being the BEST provider for our clients, the BEST partner for manufacturers, the BEST company for our employees, and the BEST investment for our current and future shareholders.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician. This position will be responsible for performing electrical and mechanical inspection, start-up, service and maintenance on the equipment we sell. This is a full-time opportunity for an energetic go-getter. An ideal candidate will be customer service oriented and work well with others. Position requires a high level of correspondence with Project Managers, Service Coordinators and customers.

Responsibilities

· Performs electrical and mechanical inspection and maintenance on equipment to ensure peak performance

· Perform specific preventative maintenance including belt adjustments, oiling, greasing and cleaning of equipment

· Uses experience and technical skills with preventive maintenance and system operations to determine service requirements

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings in reference to layout, location and operation of the system(s)

· Represents the company in a positive manner to other trades, contractors and owners

· Advises owner/representative of preventive maintenance inspections performed and corrective actions to be taken

· Suggest additional services that are beneficial to customer

· Works in a team-based environment to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction

· Submits required paperwork to Service Coordinator in a timely manner

· Must work in a safe manner on a daily basis and ensure that all safety measures are taken at all times

· Performs other duties as assigned

· Flexibility to work overtime/ weekends, as required

The Required Profile

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Must have valid driver’s license with good driving record

· Must have current HVAC certification and OSHA 10 Training plus 1-5 years’ experience working as a Service Helper or Service Technician in a residential or commercial environment

· Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)

· Electrical knowledge required and EPA Certification Preferred (i.e. HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, Gas Installer, etc.)

· Ability to work in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions, risk of electrical shock (high voltage), climbing/working at elevated heights, etc.

· Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel and must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and balance requirements of multiple and varied duties

Other Skills/Abilities

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Environmental Requirements

Will be required to work in a field environment, multiple customer sites on a daily basis.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is continually required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Why Midwest Applied Solutions:

People- First Culture: Value trust integrity and an entrepreneurial mindset

We are problem solvers: No challenge goes unanswered. “We’ll figure it out!”

Statewide Opportunities: Project and location versatility across Illinois, including Chicagoland and Central Illinois

Professional and personal advancements: Ongoing training and competitive compensation and benefits package

Unleash Your Potential: Innovate and grow with us!

Midwest Applied Solutions is an equal opportunity provider

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.