Commercial HVAC-Technical Specialist

HVAC RNTL

$75K — $95K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years' experience with large tonnage air-cooled and water-cooled chillers.
  • Expert-level knowledge of Applied Assets is essential.
  • Proven skills in training, mentoring, and developing technical talent.
  • Willingness to travel at least 50% of the time is required.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote role is necessary.
  • Availability for 24/7 support coverage is mandatory.
  • Valid driver's license required; company truck provided.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues, providing both hands-on and remote support.
  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert, offering technical guidance to technicians and leadership.
  • Develop and administer training programs to upskill technicians in the field.
  • Provide 24/7 support for urgent technical issues and escalations.
  • Support the Remote Monitoring team in identifying and resolving issues proactively.
  • Contribute technical insights into capital equipment selection.
  • Provide solutions for recurring or complex job site challenges.

Benefits

  • Company truck provided for travel.
  • Opportunity for continued professional development through formal training programs.
  • Work in an autonomous role with direct impact across North America.
  • Exposure to a national team of specialists, enhancing professional networking and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Technical Specialist

Reports To: National Applied Lead

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

As a Technical Specialist, you will be the primary Subject Matter Expert on large tonnage air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, as well as all Applied Assets. You will address complex field issues, develop training programs, and assist in equipment investment decisions. This autonomous role reports directly to leadership and supports a national team of specialists across North America. You will enhance the effectiveness of technicians by providing expert troubleshooting support, hands-on training, and mentorship.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues on large tonnage Air-Cooled and Water-Cooled Chillers and other Applied Assets; provide hands-on and remote diagnostic support nationally.
  • Act as the company's Subject Matter Expert across all Applied Assets, providing technical guidance to technicians, Service Managers, and leadership.
  • Develop and administer formal training programs for technicians; mentor and upskill less experienced technicians in the field and the Depot.
  • Be available 24/7 to support urgent technical issues and escalations.
  • Serve as a technical resource within the Remote Monitoring team, supporting proactive issue identification and resolution.
  • Contribute to the selection of capital equipment purchases with field-level technical insight.
  • Provide technical solutions and recommendations for recurring or difficult job site problems.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 15 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting large tonnage Air-Cooled and Water-Cooled Chillers.
  • Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert-level knowledge of Applied Assets.
  • Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop technical talent.
  • Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 50%.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote, nationally-scoped role.
  • Availability for 24/7 technical support coverage.
  • Valid driver's license (company truck provided).


Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.

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