Commercial HVAC Service Tech
Kelso Industries
$42 / hour
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Description
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.
Job Summary We're looking for experienced HVAC Journeymen Technicians with deep expertise in a variety of commercial HVAC systems to join our service team. In this role, you'll handle complex diagnostics, repairs, preventative maintenance, and system optimization across large commercial and industrial facilities. The right candidate brings strong technical instincts, a safety-first mindset, and a track record of delivering quality service. We are looking for technicians to support the Houston and San Antonio markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair large tonnage chillers — air-cooled and water-cooled — including centrifugal, screw, and scroll configurations.
- Commission and start up chiller and controls systems, optimizing for peak efficiency.
- Identify and resolve electrical, mechanical, and controls-related issues.
- Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance on chillers, cooling towers, pumps, boilers, and supporting equipment.
- Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
- Keep accurate, timely documentation of all service work, repairs, and recommendations.
- Communicate clearly with customers about system conditions, findings, and next steps.
- Adhere to all safety requirements, EPA standards, and internal company policies.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to apprentices and junior technicians when applicable.
Required Qualifications
- Active TDLR HVAC Journeyman License (Texas).
- EPA 608 Universal Certification.
- 5 or more years of commercial HVAC experience
- Open to occasional in-state travel.
- Experience with BAS/DDC controls platforms.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting capability across both low and high voltage systems.
- Comfortable working independently with limited oversight.
- Valid Texas driver's license in good standing.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and operate in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces.
Preferred Qualifications
- Factory certifications or formal training on major chiller manufacturers.
- Hands-on controls programming or commissioning background.
- Prior experience in hospitals, industrial plants, or large-scale commercial buildings.
What We Offer
- Pay based on experience and qualifications up to $42/hr.
- Company vehicle, tools, and field technology provided.
- Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
- PTO and paid company holidays.
- Continued training and advancement opportunities.
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
Benefits
- Pay based on experience and qualifications up to $42/hr.
- Company vehicle, tools, and field technology provided.
- Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
- PTO and paid company holidays.
- Continued training and advancement opportunities.
About this role
Kelso Industries is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain large-tonnage chiller systems and supporting equipment across commercial and industrial facilities in the Houston and San Antonio markets. This role demands deep expertise in air-cooled and water-cooled chillers (centrifugal, screw, and scroll configurations), along with strong electrical troubleshooting skills across low and high voltage systems. You'll handle everything from complex diagnostics and preventative maintenance to system commissioning and controls optimization, working independently on sites that range from hospitals to industrial plants.
To qualify, you'll need an active Texas HVAC Journeyman License, EPA 608 Universal Certification, and at least five years of commercial HVAC experience. Proficiency with BAS/DDC controls platforms is required, and you should be comfortable interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control schematics while maintaining accurate service documentation. The role also involves mentoring junior technicians and occasional in-state travel. Kelso provides a company vehicle, tools, and field technology, along with health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, plus PTO and paid holidays. Pay is up to $42 per hour based on experience, with opportunities for continued training and advancement.
How this employer is doing
solid
- Expanding
- Recently Raised Funding
Typical pay for this role
$60,000
Typical range: $60,000 to $80,000
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