Senior Chiller Technician (Job ID:3219)

Position: Senior Chiller Technician

Location: Worcester, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time (with overtime and weekend opportunities)
Pay Rate: $35 – $56 per hour
Industry: HVAC / Mechanical Services / Industrial Equipment

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Position Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Chiller Technician to play a lead role in maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting their HVAC rental fleet, with a focus on large tonnage air conditioning systems and chillers.

This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and mentorship, supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. The Senior Chiller Technician will serve as a key resource for complex equipment diagnostics, technical innovation, and team development across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technician for large tonnage air conditioning systems and chillers, overseeing troubleshooting, pre-deployment testing, and on-site repair services.
• Lead and support special projects, including research into obsolete replacement parts and evaluating refrigeration conversion options for legacy equipment.
• Act as a technical point of contact during the transition to remote monitoring systems across the rental fleet.
• Mentor, train, and support Chiller and Service Technicians across branches and depots, promoting skill development and teamwork.
• Provide technical expertise and operational support for the Turnkey program, assisting with chiller and large air conditioning rental installations.
• Perform additional assigned duties, demonstrating flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to organizational success.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HVAC, Refrigeration, or related field; or equivalent hands-on experience (5–7 years) with large tonnage HVAC and chiller systems.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex HVAC systems and chillers, with advanced knowledge of system applications.
• Universal EPA Certification required.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with experience training and developing technicians.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems; experience with data entry, reporting, and equipment management.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable using technology, including order-entry systems, internet navigation, and email communications.
• Preferred:
  • 1–2 years of purchasing or supply chain experience.
  • Prior work in a manufacturing or service operations environment.

Licensing & Physical Requirements

• Must pass a DOT physical and drug test to operate company vehicles.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR required.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Physical ability to safely lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Work Schedule

• Full-time position with overtime opportunities.
• May require participation in a rotating on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during peak seasons.