HVAC Technician in West Jordan, Utah at Quality Electrical Systems

Overview
The Certified HVAC Technician is responsible for assembling, installing, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting HVAC systems integrated into power distribution buildings and electrical enclosures. This position ensures HVAC units are properly installed, configured, and tested to meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and established quality standards before shipment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on commercial or industrial HVAC experience, strong refrigeration and electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, install, and test HVAC units and components used in power distribution buildings and electrical enclosures.
- Install refrigeration piping, compressors, coils, fans, controls, and associated HVAC components.
- Perform refrigerant charging, system evacuation, leak testing, and startup procedures.
- Wire and connect HVAC sensors, switches, controls, and associated electrical components as needed.
- Test HVAC systems to verify proper operation, performance, and compliance with engineering specifications.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, refrigeration, airflow, electrical, and control-related issues.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, equipment specifications, and installation manuals.
- Document test results, identify quality issues, and complete required inspection and testing records.
- Collaborate with production, electrical assembly, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical issues.
- Follow applicable safety procedures, refrigerant-handling regulations, and company quality standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve assembly processes, reduce rework, and improve product reliability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Knowledge and Experience Requirements
Required Qualifications
- HVAC technical training or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Current EPA Section 608 certification (Level II minimum), appropriate to assigned refrigerant-handling responsibilities.
- Experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVAC controls, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
- Ability to wire and connect sensors, switches, and HVAC control components.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals.
- Proficiency with HVAC tools, diagnostic equipment, and testing procedures.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety and quality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience assembling and testing HVAC equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with HVAC systems installed in electrical rooms, modular buildings, or industrial enclosures.
- Familiarity with factory acceptance testing (FAT), commissioning, and quality documentation.
- Experience with electrical controls, variable-frequency drives (VFDs), and electronic HVAC controllers.
- Knowledge of A2L refrigerants.
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Core Competencies & Skills
- HVAC Assembly & Installation: Ability to assemble, install, and configure commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.
- Refrigeration Systems: Working knowledge of refrigeration circuits, refrigerant charging, evacuation, and leak testing.
- Electrical & Controls: Ability to wire sensors, switches, and control components and troubleshoot basic electrical issues.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve mechanical, refrigeration, airflow, and electrical problems.
- Technical Documentation: Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications and accurately document test results.
- Quality & Attention to Detail: Commitment to producing reliable assemblies that meet engineering and customer requirements.
- Safety & Compliance: Ability to follow electrical safety practices, refrigerant-handling regulations, and established manufacturing procedures.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with production, engineering, electrical assembly, and quality teams.
- Continuous Improvement: Willingness to identify process improvements, reduce rework, and support production efficiency.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and work within partially assembled buildings and electrical enclosures.
- Ability to handle tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work safely around electrical equipment, mechanical systems, refrigerants, and power tools.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Performance Expectations
- Complete HVAC assemblies, wiring, and testing accurately and efficiently.
- Ensure HVAC systems meet established quality and functional requirements before shipment.
- Minimize defects and rework while maintaining production schedules.
- Maintain accurate testing, inspection, and quality documentation.
- Support a safe work environment and continuous improvement initiatives.