HVAC/R Commercial Service Technician
LPC Services
Location: Waco, Texas
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour (Based on Experience & Specialized Certifications)
Join One of Central Texas' Premier Commercial Mechanical Service Teams
LPC Services is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC/R Service Technician to join our growing Austin team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated technician with a strong background in commercial HVAC service, refrigeration, boilers, chillers, and building automation controls.
This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for professionals who can independently diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex commercial HVAC systems while delivering exceptional customer service.
If you're the technician everyone calls when equipment isn't operating properly, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Commercial HVAC/R Service Technician is responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and commissioning commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment for a wide variety of customers throughout the Austin market.
This position requires a strong understanding of commercial mechanical systems, electrical diagnostics, refrigeration principles, combustion systems, and control strategies. Technicians should be capable of working independently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, workmanship, and professionalism.
Primary Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on commercial mechanical systems.
- Service rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, package units, VRF/VRV systems, make-up air units, exhaust systems, and dedicated outdoor air systems.
- Diagnose and repair commercial refrigeration equipment.
- Perform startup, maintenance, and repair of commercial boilers.
- Service and troubleshoot air-cooled and water-cooled chillers.
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, airflow, and hydronic system issues.
- Perform controls troubleshooting, calibration, and programming support for building automation systems.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, ladder logic, piping schematics, blueprints, and sequence of operation documents.
- Test motors, compressors, contactors, relays, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and electrical control components.
- Perform refrigerant leak detection, evacuation, charging, and recovery in accordance with EPA regulations.
- Maintain detailed service documentation and complete work orders accurately.
- Communicate technical findings and repair recommendations professionally with customers.
- Respond to emergency service calls when scheduled.
- Follow all OSHA safety standards and company safety policies.
Required QualificationsMinimum Requirements
- 5+ years of commercial HVAC/R service experience
- Extensive experience working on commercial mechanical systems
- Valid EPA Universal Certification
- Valid Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to lift 75 pounds and work on ladders, rooftops, and mechanical rooms
Preferred Specialized Experience
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following specialty areas are highly encouraged to apply:
Commercial Chillers
- Air-cooled chillers
- Water-cooled chillers
- Centrifugal chillers
- Screw chillers
- Chiller diagnostics
- Chiller startup and commissioning
Commercial Boilers
- Fire tube boilers
- Water tube boilers
- Steam boilers
- Hydronic heating systems
- Combustion analysis
- Burner controls
- Boiler safety systems
Commercial Refrigeration
- Walk-in coolers and freezers
- Process refrigeration
- Refrigeration rack systems
- Expansion valves
- Compressors
- Refrigerant diagnostics
- Low-temperature applications
Building Automation & Controls
Experience working with commercial control systems including:
- Johnson Controls
- Trane Tracer
- Siemens
- Honeywell
- Distech
- Alerton
- Carrier i-Vu
- BACnet systems
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- DDC Controls
Compensation & Benefits
LPC Services offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- $30.00–$50.00 per hour, based on experience and technical specialization
- Overtime opportunities
- Company service vehicle
- Company-provided uniforms
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Ongoing factory and manufacturer training
- Continuing education opportunities
- Career advancement within a growing commercial mechanical contractor
Technicians with advanced experience in commercial chillers, boiler systems, refrigeration, or building automation controls may qualify for compensation at the upper end of the pay range.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
LPC Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.
Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- What types of licensing/ schooling do you have completed ?
Work Location: In person
