Service Technician / Special Projects

Shoffner Kalthoff, MES - Knoxville, the region's leader in HVACR, Electrical, and Plumbing services. We have a well-established reputation for quality work done by quality people and are one of the top 3 largest mechanical contractors in the nation and the value leader in the market.

We are looking for an HVAC Controls Technician with at least 5 years' experience in commercial HVAC service. Basic knowledge of mechanical HVAC systems and how they operate is a plus. The successful candidate has a work history that shows initiative, problem-solving, and experience coordinating with company and customer agencies to accomplish Project installations safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has the desire to build a career with a stable, growth-oriented, market-leading company. This position will require strong computer skills with a willingness to learn.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting tasks safely in commercial and industrial settings.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of commercial HVAC equipment as needed.
• Diagnose causes of breakdowns, test parts with appropriate instruments, disassemble and assemble parts, and make necessary repairs to equipment and associated components.
• Service, diagnose, and troubleshoot various types of split systems, packaged rooftop, rooftop units, heat pumps, DX systems, pneumatic, electrical control systems, and other mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose causes of breakdowns, test parts with appropriate instruments, disassemble and assemble parts, and make necessary repairs to equipment and associated components.
• Use your HVAC skills and experience to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain medium to large sized complex heating and cooling systems and associated control systems.
• Complete required electronic documentation daily on a handheld device
• Work independently, and as part of a team, to complete assigned tasks within an allotted time frame.
• Operate company vehicle to complete service calls in a specified territory.
• No upselling.
• Perform other related duties or Special Projects, as assigned.

Experience, Training, and/or Certifications:

• 5 or more years of experience repairing and troubleshooting commercial HVAC/R equipment.
• EPA universal certification.
• Experience with RTU, air handlers, split systems, chilled water, or boiler systems is preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Maintain a positive, cooperative, and teachable attitude.
• Requires mechanical aptitude, mathematical, and English language skills.
• Complies and promotes company Safety Policy.
• Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.
• Excellent communication and customer services skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude.
• Must be able to work independently and without supervision.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop, and comfortably lift up to 60 lbs.
• Proficiency in electrical and mechanical diagnostics.
• Familiarity with blueprint, schematic, drawings, and other equipment layout materials.
• Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening.
• Ability to pass MVR check.
• Ability to pass a physical ability test.
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects.

Benefits:

• Two Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Plans (non-tobacco) offered at no premium cost to all employees.
• Company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
• Full array of other benefits including Vision, Dental and optional insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) program - begin accruing hours as of Day 1.
• 401(k) Plan with multiple investment options.
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount programs.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.

SKMES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.