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Chiller Mechanic/Technician

Los AngelesOn-site

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Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs commercial and industrial HVAC chiller systems, including centrifugal, screw, scroll, and absorption units, along with associated cooling towers, pumps, motors, and controls.

About this role

The Chiller Mechanic/Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of commercial and industrial HVAC chiller systems. This position performs preventive and corrective maintenance on centrifugal, screw, scroll, and absorption chillers, as well as associated equipment including cooling towers, pumps, motors, controls, and refrigeration components. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and is committed to maintaining reliable and efficient building operations.
Shift: Monday - Friday: 7am-3pm
Location: Los Angeles, Ca
Pay rate: $65 hourly rate | Weekly pay

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information:

This position is part of LOCAL 501. LOCAL 501 will provide the benefits, pension, and 401(K).

Responsibilities:

  • Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial chiller systems.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on centrifugal, screw, scroll, and reciprocating chillers.
  • Diagnose and repair refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and control system issues.
  • Monitor chiller performance and adjust operating parameters to optimize efficiency.
  • Service associated HVAC equipment, including cooling towers, condenser water systems, chilled water pumps, expansion tanks, and piping systems.
  • Perform refrigerant recovery, charging, leak detection, and repairs in compliance with EPA regulations.
  • Conduct vibration analysis, oil testing, and equipment performance assessments.
  • Maintain and calibrate temperature, pressure, flow, and control systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Respond to emergency service calls and equipment failures.
  • Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment performance data.
  • Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and facility management teams on major repairs and projects.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
  • Assist in equipment upgrades, retrofits, and capital improvement projects.
  • Support overall facility operations and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Technical school certification in HVAC/R, Mechanical Systems, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience

  • 3+ years of experience servicing commercial or industrial chillers.
  • Experience working in commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, or data centers preferred.
  • Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS) is desirable.
  • EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.
  • HVAC/R Certification preferred.
  • Skills

    Absorption Chiller TroubleshootingBlueprint Reading?Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)Centrifugal Chiller MaintenanceCooling Tower MaintenanceEPA Universal Refrigerant CertificationFlow System MaintenanceHVAC Chiller SystemsHVAC/R CertificationOil TestingPumps And Motors RepairRefrigerant Leak DetectionRefrigerant Recovery And ChargingScrew Chiller RepairScroll Chiller ServiceTemperature And Pressure CalibrationVibration AnalysisWiring Diagram Interpretation

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