HVAC Service Technician

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HVAC Service Technician to come and join our growing team! This position will be based out of Houston, TX.

ABOUT US:

Bates is driving innovation and disruption in an industry that is ripe and ready for change. We provide HVAC services throughout SE Texas, servicing our customers in Harris and surrounding Counties. 

We start with our employees who are accountable, transparent, and trustworthy. This allows us to provide HVAC, hot equipment, maintenance, and other essential services to a wide variety of customers and businesses.

By hiring the BEST talent, we can provide the BEST service to our highly valued customers, as we continue to grow and support our communities. 

ABOUT THE JOB:

Bates is seeking an HVAC Service Technician with a high-energy, hands-on approach, with the ability to work independently and as a team, to provide support to the team. This position’s primary functions revolve around service calls, repairs, and new construction installations.

We offer a variety of refrigeration, ventilation, and air conditioning services to commercial customers such as property management companies, restaurants, fitness facilities, mall stores, banks, and more.

HVAC Service Technician with 5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing HVAC equipment is preferred. 

Responsibilities & Requirements include:

• Tech needs to have basic hand tools, torches, and gauges
• Not afraid of heights
• Familiar with basic electricity
• Communicate and work well with others
• OSAH 10 or 30, scissor / forklift operation certifications & fall protection certification
• Can properly set sub cool and superheat
• Proficient in all types of refrigeration, walk ins, reach ins, and ice machines
• Proficient in building pressure requirements
• Proficient in ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience delegating job scopes to less experienced techs (can manage 1-4 people)
• Proficient in reading wire diagrams
• Proficient in economizer controls (set-up and troubleshooting)
• Basic DDC/BAS controls (I-Vue, etc.)
• Proficient in air cooled chillers
• Available to assist Level I techs on the phone with all aspects above

ABOUT YOU:

Bates believes our most valuable resource is our family of skilled, loyal, and professional employees. We not only look for people who possess the great skill sets and experience in the industry, but people who share our core values:

CORE VALUES

• High Performance
• Serving Others
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement

In addition to your core values, to be successful in this HVAC Service Technician role, you will possess the following:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
•  “Can do” attitude and willingness to lend a hand where and when needed
• Exceptional time management and prioritizations skills
• Capacity to maintain employer confidentiality 
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including MS Office
• Aptitude to learn industry specific computer programs
• Ability to project a positive image of oneself and of the company
• Good personal grooming and hygiene consistent with a professional work environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Requirements include:

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in the elements daily, 50+ hours a week.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access all areas of a facility.

We thank you for your time in learning a little about us here at Bates as well as the opportunity we have available for someone who is Dependable, People-oriented, Achievement-oriented and ability to work Autonomous/Independent too. 

You will find we offer a competitive hourly range of $20.00 to $40.00 per hour (depending on combination of experience, education and certification), with a generous Benefit Plan which includes: PTO, matching 401k, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision options, Employee Referral Bonus, and much more. We value your Work, Life, Balance too!