Senior Field Service Technician HVAC & Modular Buildings

Location: Otsego, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $33 -$38
Travel: Up to 80% | Company Service Vehicle Provided

Career Opportunity

Bear Staffing is seeking an experienced Senior Field Service Technician for a direct-hire opportunity with a leading national provider of modular buildings, mobile offices, and temporary workspace solutions.

This hands-on position combines HVAC service and repair, general construction, preventative maintenance, and field service operations. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, advanced troubleshooting abilities, and experience performing repairs on commercial buildings, modular structures, or similar equipment.

This role is approximately 50% field service and customer-site repairs and 50% yard-based maintenance, construction, and unit preparation.

We're looking for a dependable, safety-conscious technician who can work independently, provide excellent customer service, and help coordinate service activities with branch leadership.

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Service & Maintenance

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC systems and related equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and scheduled service.

• Respond to HVAC service calls at customer locations.

• Inspect and service compressors, motors, electrical components, and other HVAC equipment.

• Clean HVAC systems and remove dirt, dust, and debris to maintain performance.

• Identify necessary replacement parts, recommend equipment purchases, and coordinate repairs.

• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and maintenance documentation.

Field Service & Customer-Site Repairs

• Travel to customer locations to inspect, maintain, and repair modular buildings and mobile office units.

• Troubleshoot and resolve HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, and structural issues.

• Perform repairs involving doors, windows, flooring, siding, walls, lighting, and other building components.

• Complete light carpentry, painting, and general construction repairs.

• Perform modifications and installations based on customer needs.

• Document unit conditions and completed repairs, including photographs when required.

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and branch personnel.

• Ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company quality standards.

Yard Operations & Unit Preparation

• Inspect incoming units for damage and identify necessary repairs.

• Prepare modular buildings and mobile offices for upcoming rentals.

• Complete quality control inspections, preventative maintenance, and safety checks.

• Install and replace flooring, windows, doors, siding, walls, and other building materials.

• Perform painting, cleaning, and interior/exterior refurbishments.

• Assist with plumbing, lighting, and electrical repairs.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Support other technicians with complex repairs and service-related challenges.

Leadership & Coordination

• Assist branch leadership with coordinating daily service technician activities.

• Provide technical guidance and support to other maintenance personnel.

• Help prioritize repairs, service calls, and equipment preparation.

• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve maintenance issues.

• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, inventory, and completed work.

• Promote safe work practices and consistent quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of maintenance, construction, or related supervisory experience.

• HVAC certification or formal HVAC technical training required.

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification required.

• Strong experience diagnosing, servicing, and repairing HVAC equipment.

• Intermediate to advanced construction and maintenance experience.

• Working knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and general building repairs.

• Ability to read technical manuals, equipment specifications, and work orders.

• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple service priorities.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to coordinate technician activities.

• Basic computer skills for service documentation and recordkeeping.

• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

• Ability to meet applicable background screening requirements.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% of the time.

Preferred Experience

• Experience servicing modular buildings, mobile offices, commercial facilities, or rental equipment.

• Experience with commercial HVAC systems and packaged HVAC units.

• Previous field service or mobile maintenance experience.

• Experience leading or mentoring service technicians.

• Strong customer service and vendor coordination skills.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.

• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and impact equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.

• Comfortable performing physical work involving standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Comfortable working around heavy machinery, construction equipment, dust, dirt, grease, and elevated noise levels.

• Ability to safely operate company vehicles and service equipment.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.

Additional Position Information

• Regular travel to customer locations using a company service vehicle.

• Position involves both customer-facing field service and hands-on yard operations.

• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to applicable company drug and alcohol testing policies.

• Responsibilities may evolve based on operational and customer needs.

Why Join This Team?

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced HVAC and construction professional looking for a diverse, hands-on role with a well-established organization.

You'll have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, troubleshoot a variety of equipment and building systems, work directly with customers, and take on leadership responsibilities within a fast-paced service environment.

Bear Staffing is proud to partner with established industry leaders to connect skilled professionals with long-term career opportunities.