Job Title: Commercial / Industrial Chiller Technician
Location: Lakewood, NJ
Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Service Manager / Operations Director
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and certified Chiller Technician to join our HVAC/R service team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing large-scale commercial and industrial chiller systems (centrifugal, screw, scroll, and reciprocating). The ideal candidate has deep technical knowledge of thermodynamics, electrical controls, and refrigerant safety, along with a strong commitment to preventative maintenance and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Inspection
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
- Inspect electrical wiring, motor starters, compressors, heat exchangers, and safety controls to ensure peak operating efficiency.
- Monitor oil levels, oil pressure, fluid levels, and refrigerant charges; perform tube brushing and oil/filter changes as required.
Diagnostics & Repair
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration faults using electronic meters, pressure gauges, and diagnostic software.
- Perform major component overhauls and repairs, including compressor rebuilds/replacements, valve replacements, and leak repairs.
- Troubleshoot low-voltage and high-voltage control circuits, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and Building Automation System (BAS) interfaces.
Compliance, Safety & Documentation
- Recover, evacuate, and charge refrigerants in strict compliance with EPA regulations and environmental standards.
- Maintain clear, accurate service logs, work orders, and safety records for every site visit.
- Adhere to all OSHA safety protocols, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures, and PPE requirements in industrial environments.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Certifications:
- Universal EPA Section 608 Certification (Required).
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Journeyman HVAC/R license or formal vocational training preferred.
- Factory training/certifications from major manufacturers (Trane, Carrier, York/Johnson Controls, Daikin) a strong plus.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience working directly with commercial or industrial chiller systems.
- Skills:
- Proficient in reading electrical schematics, piping diagrams, and control logic prints.
- Strong working knowledge of hydronic systems, fluid mechanics, and digital control systems (BAS/PLC).
- Excellent physical stamina (ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work on ladders/rooftops, and work in mechanical rooms).
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: Competitive hourly wage (commensurate with experience).
- Perks:
- Service truck / company vehicle and fuel card.
- Benefits package available upon discussion
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Ongoing factory training and continuing education support.
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with company match