Commercial/ Industrial HVAC Technician
Winston Salem, NCOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Installs, maintains, and repairs commercial and industrial HVAC systems including boilers, chillers, and various mechanical equipment in the Winston Salem, NC area.
About this role
Sylvester & Cockrum is seeking a Commercial/ Industrial HVAC Technician based in Winston Salem, NC to join our growing team.
Sylvester & Cockrum (S&C) is a trusted, full-service mechanical contractor serving North Carolina, South Carolina, and surrounding regions. With a long-standing reputation for quality craftsmanship, safety, and integrity, S&C delivers commercial, institutional, and industrial mechanical and electrical services that require disciplined execution and professional field leadership.
Position Overview
Sylvester & Cockrum (S&C) is a trusted, full-service mechanical contractor serving North Carolina, South Carolina, and surrounding regions. With a long-standing reputation for quality craftsmanship, safety, and integrity, S&C delivers commercial, institutional, and industrial mechanical and electrical services that require disciplined execution and professional field leadership.
Position Overview
As a Commercial HVAC Service Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in a commercial setting. You will be working on a variety of equipment including boilers, chillers, and commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
The HVAC Service Technician reports to the Field Service Supervisor / Service Manager.
Key Responsibilities
As a Commercial HVAC Service Technician, you will be responsible for the following:
- Maintaining and Servicing HVAC systems including Hydronic, Steam, Chilled Water, DX, Forced Air, Heat Pump, VAV, Constant Volume, Exhaust, Heat Recovery, and various related mechanical systems
- Maintaining tools, supplies, and equipment
- Performing preventive maintenance, service and repair on equipment
- Following all safety requirements and use appropriate PPE
- Keeping appropriate records
- Having Flexibility to work extended shifts if needed (overtime as required)
- Maintaining professional appearance
- Communicating with customers
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- 5+ years’ experience as a Commercial/Industrial Service Technician Service and repair experience with HVAC/R equipment including: electrical, refrigeration, gas/oil, VAV/mixing boxes, fan boxes, controls, VRF, VFD, CRAC, DX, water source heat pumps, (WSHP), chillers, boilers and related hydronic equipment
- Valid NC drivers’ license and CFC certification. (Universal)
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to work independently and as a team member
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Skills
BoilersCFC CertificationChilled WaterChillersConstant VolumeCRACDX SystemsElectricalExhaustForced AirGas/oilHeat PumpsHeat RecoveryHVACHydronic SystemsRefrigerationSteam SystemsVAVVFDVRFWater Source Heat Pumps
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