Careers

A HVAC installation technician at AMS is responsible for accurately installing HVAC equipment in residential and/or commercial structures. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of HVAC equipment, codes, and proper installation procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Replace any heating, air conditioning, or refrigeration equipment or complete systems.
• Install new duct systems in remodeled rooms or buildings.
• Test electrical circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
• Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using a pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution.
• Join pipes or tubing to the equipment and to the fuel, water, or refrigerant source in order to form a complete circuit.
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between the controls and equipment according to the wiring diagram, using an electrician’s hand tools.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Install, connect, and adjust thermostats, humidistats, and timers, using hand tools.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Inspect and test systems to verify compliance with plans and specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions.

Duties:

• Knowledge of HVAC codes and proper application; knowledge of proper electrical and HVAC safety.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with internal and external customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused work environment; ability to balance workload with technicians’ and customers’ needs.
• Establish rapport with customers.
• Maintain confidentiality and use discretion with information.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have strong math skills.
• Ability to utilize common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to take timely action to effectively solve problems, using established policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• 5 years of HVAC field experience.
• EPA Certified
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a certified HVAC installation training program and apprenticeship.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical customers.

Under general direction, a HVAC service technician at AMS performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems; and does related work as required.

Duties:

Performs a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks in the operation of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilating systems in buildings; repairs and maintains thermostats, air filters, blower fans, belts, and bearings; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs various makes and models of HVAC equipment.

Requirements:

• Residential HVAC Technicians must have good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow blueprints and understand technical instructions.
• Solid communication skills.
• Three years of journey-level experience operating, maintaining, and repairing HVAC equipment including experience operating, maintaining, and repairing ventilating and air conditioning equipment.
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and universal EPA License.
• Possession of a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License at time of appointment.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of heating and air conditioning equipment in residential and light commercial buildings.
• The operating principles of heating, air conditioning, and work safety practices related to HVAC work.
• Ability to recognize and locate conditions which require repair and maintenance work; keep records.
• Ability to explain technical information to clients.
• Able to work independently
• Effectively use a computer, and knowledge of applicable software.