Austin
Posted 2 weeks ago

HVAC Chiller Technician, Austin, TX

Job Responsibilities:

  • Installation and commissioning:
    Installing new chiller systems, including connecting piping, electrical wiring, and cooling towers, and performing initial start-up and testing to ensure proper functionality.
  • Preventative maintenance:
    Regularly inspecting and servicing chiller systems, cleaning cooling towers, replacing filters, lubricating components, checking refrigerant levels, and performing necessary adjustments to maintain optimal performance.
  • Troubleshooting and repair:
    Diagnosing malfunctions in chiller systems by analyzing system readings, identifying faulty components, and repairing or replacing parts such as compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, and control boards.
  • Emergency response:
    Responding to service calls for urgent chiller breakdowns, quickly assessing the problem, and performing necessary repairs to restore cooling functionality.
  • System optimization:
    Analyzing chiller performance data to identify areas for improvement and making adjustments to optimize efficiency and energy consumption.
  • Documentation and reporting:
    Maintaining detailed records of service activities, including parts replaced, system readings, and customer details.

Required skills and knowledge:

  • Technical expertise:
    Thorough understanding of chiller systems, including refrigeration cycles, electrical controls, and hydraulics.
  • Troubleshooting skills:
    Ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues within chiller systems.
  • Hand tools and equipment proficiency:
    Familiarity with specialized tools used for chiller maintenance and repair, such as gauges, wrenches, electrical meters, and leak detectors.
  • Blueprint reading:
    Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics to locate components and understand system layout.
  • Safety compliance:
    Awareness of safety procedures related to refrigerants, electrical systems, and confined spaces.

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