Start Up Technician

Position Overview  

In this role, the individual will be responsible for performing first time furnace and A/C start up for residential homes.   

Technical Responsibilities of the Job 

• Maintain, diagnose and correct problems throughout the entire HVAC system. 
• Perform all of the low voltage wiring for the indoor and outdoor unit 
• Test electrical circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test equipment 

• Start up the furnace for the first time to burn all of the manufactures oil off 
• Add the proper charge to the A/C once started up 
• Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and –water solution 
• Adjust system controls to setting recommended by manufacturer to balance system, using hand tools 
• Recommend, develop and perform general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts and changing filters. 

• Comply with all applicable standards, policies and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area 
• Adjust system controls to settings recommended by manufacturer. 
• Excellent communication skills with supers an home owners 
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and equipment according to wiring diagram, using electrician’s hand tools 
• Install auxiliary components to heating-cooling equipment, such as expansion and discharge valves and dampers while following blueprints 
• Generate work orders that address deficiencies in need of correction 
• Join pipes or tubing to equipment and to fuel, water or refrigerant source, to form complete circuit 
• Fabricate, assemble and install duct work and chassis parts, using portable metal-working tools and welding equipment 

Behavioral Responsibilities of the Job 

• Reliable Transportation 
• Problem solving and quick conflict resolution skills. 
• Self-motivated, organized with a can-do attitude 
• Demonstrate initiative to complete assignments and obtain results 
• Able to work independently and as part of a changing team 

• Committed to creating and participating in a positive workplace culture 
• Capable of providing excellent internal and external customer interactions 
• Able to remain calm  and handle stress well 
• Committed to arriving on time and ready to work 
• Committed to follow safety procedures 
• Appropriate time taken for rest and meal breaks 
• Use of personal cell phones for emergency or while on rest and meal breaks only 

Training/Certification 

• EPA Refrigerant Certification (Universal or Type II) 
• Previous Start-up experience 
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as on a team 
• Valid CA Driver’s License and Insurable DMV Record 
• Must have great analytical and troubleshooting skills 

• Mechanical knowledge, technical procedures, and government regulations and codes 
• Problem solving and quick conflict resolution skills. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to read blueprints and charts and designs 
• Prior construction experience is a A + 
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work at a fast pace 

Education 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• Technical school graduate preferred