Job Title: HVAC Technician Job Description

The HVAC Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems within the facility. This position ensures optimal system performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort by performing routine inspections, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and completing corrective repairs. The role also includes monitoring building automation systems, maintaining accurate service records, and supporting continuous improvement of facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including RTUs, split systems, VAVs, heat pumps, exhaust fans, and air handlers.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system faults using appropriate tools, meters, and diagnostic procedures.

• Install, adjust, and replace components such as compressors, motors, belts, contactors, sensors, coils, and thermostats.

• Monitor and troubleshoot Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS) to ensure proper equipment operation and environmental control.

• Conduct refrigerant recovery, charging, and leak detection in compliance with EPA regulations.

• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including service logs, parts usage, and equipment condition reports.

• Respond to hot/cold calls, humidity issues, and comfort complaints, ensuring timely resolution.

• Collaborate with facility leadership to identify system improvements and energy-saving opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and applicable codes.

• Assist with vendor coordination, equipment commissioning, and project support as needed.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification in HVAC preferred.

• 3+ years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC maintenance and repair.

• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, air distribution, and control logic.

• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Strong diagnostic skills with the ability to identify root causes efficiently.

• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with VFDs, BMS/BAS systems, and energy-efficient HVAC technologies.

• Prior work in industrial, warehouse, or large commercial environments.

• Ability to train or mentor junior technicians.

• Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems for work order management.

• HVAC trade license preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, BMS/BAS interfaces, CMMS software.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values continuous improvement and provides opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and encourages flexibility. Be part of a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety and energy efficiency.

Work Environment

Work varies between an office environment and all areas located on warehouse property. Expect exposure to dust, dirt, moving machinery, temperature changes, heights, and noise levels. Use of PPE is required. The role covers four distribution centers in the Greater Nashville area, ranging from approximately 150,000 sq ft to 3 million sq ft. The position primarily operates Monday through Friday during day shift hours, with flexibility required to cover off-hour shifts for certain PM schedules and emergency calls.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mt. Juliet, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mt. Juliet,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.