Commercial HVAC Technician

BGIS
Hartford, CT
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Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 3-6 years of commercial HVAC experience and are willing to travel for client locations.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with commercial HVAC and boiler system expertise and a willingness to travel for client work
    — “Position is performed remotely; however, may require travel/driving to client locations”
  • Individuals with EPA Certification and experience in refrigeration and ice machine maintenance
    — “EPA Certification required. Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)”
  • Candidates who can work independently and manage physical demands of the job
    — “Ability to work with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements: climb and descend ladders while carrying up to 30 lbs.”

Things to consider

  • Must pass drug, background, and driver’s license checks for employment
    — “Subject to drug, background, and driver’s license checks”
  • Role involves physical labor including lifting up to 75 lbs and working in confined spaces
    — “Physical Requirements: climb and descend ladders while carrying up to 30 lbs., lift up to 75 lbs and maneuver in confined spaces”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with commercial HVAC systems and equipment changeouts on your resume
    — “Conduct scheduled maintenance, service requests, repairs, and equipment changeouts”
  • Highlight your EPA Certification and any prior experience with refrigeration systems
    — “EPA Certification required. Service and install new ice machines.”
  • Showcase your ability to work with minimal supervision and complete paperwork promptly
    — “Ability to work with minimal supervision. Completes paperwork in a timely manner.”
Pace · VariedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • customer satisfaction
  • system reliability
Typical background
3-6 years of HVAC experiencejourneyperson license

Skills & requirements

Required

HVAC Installation And RepairTroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceEPA CertificationPPE Usage

Preferred

Commercial HVAC SystemsBoiler SystemsIce Machine Service

Stack & domain

HVACBoiler SystemsService And Install New Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning SystemsService And Install New Ice MachinesRoutine Maintenance On Ice Machines And RefrigerationTroubleshoot Commercial HVACEquipment Repair And ReplacementsPreventative MaintenanceDrive And Operate Company VehicleClimb And Descend LaddersLift Up To 75 LbsManeuver In Confined SpacesEPA CertificationCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingCustomer ServiceD-2 Or S-2 Limited Warm Air, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Journeyperson License

About the role

Original posting from BGIS

Join Our Team as a Commercial HVAC Technician in Hartford, CT!

Are you looking for a company that truly cares about your career growth and personal well-being? BGIS ITS is seeking a dedicated Commercial HVAC Technician to join our team in Hartford, CT.

About BGIS ITS: BGIS Integrated Technical Services (BGIS ITS) is a service-oriented company with a team of over 500 commercial field technicians in the US and over 7,000 globally. We joined the BGIS group in 2022, a global leader in integrated facility management services. Our focus is on delivering exceptional customer experiences and providing ongoing training and support to our technicians.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Salary: Earn $40-$50 Per hour.

On-Call Pay: $150 per scheduled on-call shift

Paid Time Off: Start with 48 hours, increasing to 168 hours with tenure

Paid Holidays: 7 annually (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas)

401(k) Match: 5% employer contribution

BGIS Kickoff Tech Program – Choose One:

$3,500 cash bonus

40 additional hours of floating holidays

$1,250 technical training reimbursement

Additional Perks

Company Vehicle: Take-home option available

Tech Tools: Company-issued cellphone and tablet

Annual Boot Voucher: Stay equipped with the right gear

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, life, and disability coverage

Corporate Discounts: Exclusive perks through ADP

Career Development: Ongoing technical training and certifications

Growth Opportunities: Clear paths for advancement and relocation

Your Role: As a Commercial HVAC Technician, you’ll:

Conduct scheduled maintenance, service requests, repairs, and equipment changeouts.

Work with a support team including dispatchers, coordinators, supervisors, and technical resources.

Be equipped with a fully stocked service van, iPad, iPhone, and necessary PPE.

Primary Qualifications

At least 3-6 years of HVAC experience with demonstrated experience in Commercial HVAC and Boiler systems.

D-2 or S-2 Limited Warm Air, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Journeyperson license required.

Position is performed remotely; however, may require travel/driving to client locations for training, meetings and other in-person events.

Responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices that comply with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health safety, security, and fire protection.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed with some travel required.

Physical Requirements: climb and descend ladders while carrying up to 30 lbs., lift up to 75 lbs. and maneuver in confined spaces i.e., crawlspaces, attics, etc.

EPA Certification required.

Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements.

Subject to drug, background, and driver’s license checks

Skills

Service and install new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Drive and operate company vehicle with GPS tracking system for business use in a cautious manner demonstrating compliance with BGIS Fleet policy for personal, client, and general public safety.

Service and install new ice machines.

Do routine maintenance on ice machines and refrigeration.

Assess and troubleshoot commercial HVAC to determine required repairs.

Inspect and perform equipment repair and replacements.

Perform routine preventative maintenance and recommend preventative repairs to avoid unplanned downtime.

Respond to emergency service requests.

Provides observations about facility, facility mechanical conditions and deficiencies and provides recommendations for enhancement and repair.

Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.

Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

Able to work on lite commercial equipment.

Excellent customer service skills

Completes paperwork in a timely manner.

Reports to job assignment and work in a timely manner

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Experience with industry software preferable but not required.

Benefits of Working with BGIS ITS.

Company Vehicle, Phone and Tablet provided.

Competitive Salary

Health, life, and disability benefits package

7 paid holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas

Corporate perks through ADP

401K plan with employer match

Technical training and development opportunities

Growth and relocation opportunities

Think you have what it takes to be a BGIS HVAC Technician? Step into the boots of one of our technicians and experience the job firsthand. You'll see the tools, the technology, the challenges, and the expertise that go into keeping buildings operating at their best.

Watch now and discover where a career with BGIS could take you. 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LlZxf_J6eDiIPpJBDv7rQRi3su-E90DI/view?usp=sharing

Our company culture includes a robust mix of sound business practices and employee initiatives that promote personal and professional development, work/life balance, health and wellness and community involvement.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, or Veteran or military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law in the relevant jurisdiction. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment and training.

BGIS is committed to strengthening our diversity through recruiting and retaining minority and women professionals from all backgrounds. Our commitment is consistent with our recognition that it is the outstanding people within BGIS who the source of our strength has always been. We recognize that promoting diversity is an integral component of our continuing quest for organizational excellence.

This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

Anyone with questions or concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity should contact their direct supervisor or the Human Resources Department without fear of retaliation of any kind.

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Source: BGIS careers

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