Hvac Service Technician

Job Title: HVAC Service Technician

Job Description

Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and building pump systems. Troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems, including high and low voltage electrical issues. Proficient in diagnosing refrigeration cycles and electrical systems safely. Install HVAC and refrigeration equipment per industry standards and local codes. Ensure systems operate efficiently, safely, and meet code requirements. Perform quality inspections of own and others’ work during system start-ups. Possess required hand tools and test equipment. Maintain company vehicle according to policy and manufacturer guidelines. Respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal hours. Transport tools, equipment, and supplies as needed for job completion.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and building pump systems.

• Troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems, including high and low voltage electrical issues.

• Diagnose refrigeration cycles and electrical systems safely.

• Install HVAC and refrigeration equipment per industry standards and local codes.

• Ensure systems operate efficiently, safely, and meet code requirements.

• Perform quality inspections of own and others’ work during system start-ups.

• Maintain company vehicle according to policy and manufacturer guidelines.

• Respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal hours.

• Transport tools, equipment, and supplies as needed for job completion.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC service.

• EPA Certification.

• Proficient in measuring and identifying different voltages.

• Deep understanding of the refrigeration cycle, including superheat/subcooling, TXV operation and adjustment, solenoids, superheat valves, receivers, and accumulators.

• Ability to measure and interpret gas pressures.

• Proficient in diagnosing sensors, thermistors, and control devices.

• Experience with VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives): programming, troubleshooting, and error code resolution.

• Understanding of cooling tower, chiller, and boiler loops and their temperature requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficient in using ohm meter, amperage meter, refrigerant gauges, vacuum gauge, battery drills, pipe wrenches, and basic hand tools.

Why Work Here?

This company offers an opportunity to establish a career in the Charleston, SC market with mechanical trades. It provides a steady working environment for those tired of contract work, with opportunities for growth. Having been in business since 1962, the company prides itself on treating everyone like family. They offer a 401K matching 100% for the first 3% and then 50% for the next 2%, and provide a company vehicle once employees are up to speed.

Work Environment

Candidates will be working on customer sites, performing service work both outdoors and indoors. The standard working hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. However, service technicians will eventually be on call 24/7.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Goose Creek, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Goose Creek,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.