HVAC Technician

MalaceHR is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to support a leading research and development facility in Mason, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician with strong refrigeration experience and EPA certification to join a professional facilities maintenance team supporting critical building systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HVAC and refrigeration systems, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and the ability to interact professionally with facility occupants and customers in a client-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and water systems throughout the facility.
• Operate and monitor refrigeration equipment, chilled water systems, air handling units, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and related mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems and critical infrastructure.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and operational rounds, recording system readings and identifying issues before they impact operations.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment documentation accurately within the CMMS system.
• Maintain tools, inventory, and maintenance supplies necessary to support facility operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, environmental regulations, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Support facility reliability initiatives while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate professionally with clients, facility personnel, and management regarding equipment status and maintenance activities.

Required Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification (Required).
• Minimum 3 years of commercial HVAC and refrigeration experience; 5+ years strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVAC equipment, and associated controls.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in research, laboratory, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments.
• Experience troubleshooting packaged air handlers and specialized equipment.
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, or similar platforms.
• Experience servicing refrigeration systems, ice machines, kitchen equipment, and related systems.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and building codes.
• Experience utilizing CMMS work order systems.
• Technical trade school education or equivalent industry training.