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HVAC Service Technician III-IV, Mission Critical Services


Job Location:

Richmond, VA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 39 - 46
Posted: 7 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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About Us

We offer comprehensive HVAC building automation system facilities and energy solutions. From design to delivery our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of high-profile organizations in commercial buildings data centers industrial facilities and other mission critical sites.

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EMCOR Services Aircond Corporation

Company Overview

EMCOR Services Aircond a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc. is the Southeasts largest provider of commercial and industrial heating ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) services. For over 85 years Aircond has delivered comprehensive HVAC solutions to businesses deploying expert field technicians for maintenance repairs and energy-efficient system replacements. Guided by three generations of family leadership and backed by the strength of EMCOR Group Inc. a Fortune 500 company Aircond combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to innovation and reliability. Today we serve single and multi-site clients with a full spectrum of facility services ranging from HVAC service to complete operations and maintenance solutions. Learn more at.

Position Summary

The HVAC Service Technician Class III-IV Mission Critical Services is a fully independent and highly skilled service professional responsible for maintaining troubleshooting and repairing mission critical HVAC systems within data center environments. This role requires advanced knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems electrical controls refrigeration systems and critical cooling infrastructure. Technicians are expected to independently diagnose complex equipment issues respond to emergency situations and ensure optimal uptime and performance of sensitive computing environments.

This position works with minimal supervision and serves as a trusted technical resource for complex service maintenance and repair activities involving data center HVAC infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

HVAC Maintenance & Service

  • Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mission critical HVAC systems including chillers CRAH units CRAC units pumps cooling equipment air handling systems and associated controls.
  • Inspect equipment monitor system performance verify operating conditions and identify potential reliability concerns before failures occur.
  • Replace worn or malfunctioning components including motors fans sensors VFDs valves control boards and other mechanical or electrical components.
  • Perform startup commissioning support testing and operational verification of HVAC equipment and systems.

Advanced Troubleshooting & Repair

  • Diagnose complex HVAC system malfunctions using advanced troubleshooting techniques system performance analysis control sequences and diagnostic tools.
  • Perform electrical troubleshooting on motors control circuits VFDs sensors relays contactors and HVAC control systems.
  • Analyze system pressures temperatures airflow patterns electrical measurements and operating data to identify root causes of equipment failures.
  • Respond quickly to system alarms and critical equipment failures to minimize operational disruption and downtime.
  • Perform complex repairs on HVAC refrigeration and control systems while maintaining data center operational requirements.

Mission Critical Systems Operation

  • Maintain and troubleshoot critical cooling infrastructure supporting data center operations.
  • Work with redundant cooling systems and understand the operational requirements associated with maintaining uninterrupted environmental conditions.
  • Support operation and maintenance of chilled water systems pumping systems CRAC/CRAH equipment precision cooling equipment and associated mechanical systems.
  • Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with site operating procedures and critical environment requirements.

Monitoring & System Analysis

  • Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS) Building Management Systems (BMS) and related monitoring platforms to evaluate system performance and identify potential issues.
  • Analyze trend data operating parameters alarm history and equipment performance metrics to optimize reliability and efficiency.
  • Document findings repairs maintenance activities and recommendations in service reports and work management systems.
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvements energy efficiency and system reliability enhancements.

Safety & Compliance

  • Adhere to all safety procedures related to refrigerants rotating equipment lockout/tagout and work on energized electrical systems.
  • Follow all customer company and regulatory requirements related to mission critical facilities and HVAC operations.
  • Maintain accurate service documentation and compliance records.
  • Participate in emergency response activities and on-call rotation as required.

Other Requirements

  • Execute other related duties as needed or assigned to support evolving business priorities.

Required Skills & Knowledge

Technical Expertise

  • Advanced understanding of HVAC principles refrigeration cycles airflow dynamics hydronic systems controls and mission critical cooling systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of chillers CRAH units CRAC units pumps VFDs BAS/BMS platforms and redundant cooling architectures.
  • Ability to independently diagnose and repair a wide range of commercial industrial and mission critical HVAC equipment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in advanced troubleshooting diagnostics and root cause analysis.

Electrical Knowledge

  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills involving three-phase power control circuits motors transformers relays sensors VFDs and HVAC control systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams control schematics sequence of operations and technical documentation.

Data Center Knowledge

  • Familiarity with data center operations critical cooling requirements reliability standards and uptime expectations.
  • Understanding of mission critical operating environments and redundant system configurations.

Computer Literacy

  • Proficiency using BAS/BMS software service applications testing equipment and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Physical Requirements

  • Capable of lifting equipment climbing ladders working in mechanical rooms and performing physical tasks associated with HVAC service and repair.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma GED required. Technical or Trade School graduate preferred.
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required. Journeyman HVAC License or equivalent demonstrated experience preferred.
  • A minimum of 4 years of commercial HVAC service experience required. Experience working with mission critical data center healthcare pharmaceutical industrial or similarly critical environments strongly preferred.
  • Data Center or Mission Critical Facility certifications preferred.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
  • Strong customer service communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain positive working relationships with customers contractors and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel and work overtime as required.

Pay Range:

  • The pay range for an HVAC Service Technician Class III is $39 - $46/hr.
  • The pay range for an HVAC Service Technician Class IV is $46 - $55/hr.

Why Join Us

At EMCOR Services Aircond youll be part of a team that values integrity safety empowerment teamwork and continuous improvement. We offer careers where good work is valued respected and rewarded and you will have the ability to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone. The employee is occasionally required to stand walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position works in a typical mission critical environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCORs normal application process it is probably fraudulent.

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As a leading provider of mechanicaland electrical construction facilities services and energy infrastructurewe offer employess a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and sucess. Equal Oppurtunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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EMCOR Group, Inc NYSE EME is a global leader in mechanical and electrical construction services, facilities services, energy infrastructure, sustainability and green building services for businesses, organizations, hospitals, education facilities and government

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