Job Description
Chiller Mechanic/Technician
Los Angeles, CA
Able Services Field - Engineering, Maintenance Mechanic /
Full time days /
On-site
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The Chiller Mechanic/Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of commercial and industrial HVAC chiller systems. This position performs preventive and corrective maintenance on centrifugal, screw, scroll, and absorption chillers, as well as associated equipment including cooling towers, pumps, motors, controls, and refrigeration components. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and is committed to maintaining reliable and efficient building operations.
Shift: Monday - Friday: 7am-3pm
Location: Los Angeles, Ca
Pay rate: $65 hourly rate | Weekly pay
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Benefit Information:
This position is part of LOCAL 501. LOCAL 501 will provide the benefits, pension, and 401(K).
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial chiller systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance on centrifugal, screw, scroll, and reciprocating chillers.
- Diagnose and repair refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and control system issues.
- Monitor chiller performance and adjust operating parameters to optimize efficiency.
- Service associated HVAC equipment, including cooling towers, condenser water systems, chilled water pumps, expansion tanks, and piping systems.
- Perform refrigerant recovery, charging, leak detection, and repairs in compliance with EPA regulations.
- Conduct vibration analysis, oil testing, and equipment performance assessments.
- Maintain and calibrate temperature, pressure, flow, and control systems.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Respond to emergency service calls and equipment failures.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment performance data.
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and facility management teams on major repairs and projects.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
- Assist in equipment upgrades, retrofits, and capital improvement projects.
- Support overall facility operations and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Technical school certification in HVAC/R, Mechanical Systems, or a related field preferred.
Experience
3+ years of experience servicing commercial or industrial chillers.
Experience working in commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, or data centers preferred.
Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS) is desirable.
EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.
HVAC/R Certification preferred.
$65 - $65 an hour
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1926 |
| Website | http://ableserve.com/ |
About Company
Able Services is America’s largest family-owned provider of Janitorial, Engineering, and Facility solutions. Since 1926 Able has consistently delivered world-class service at a competitive value, thereby achieving significant cost savings and efficiencies for our clients.
HISTORY
As the founder of the largest family-owned building services provider in the United States, Angelo Boschetto was the embodiment of the American dream.
While working a sales job by day he supplemented his income with a nighttime janitorial job in San Francisco’s North Beach District. Hard work and dedication were the key ingredients that made his dream into a reality.
Founded in 1926, we evolved into Able Building Maintenance in 1951. Today the company Angelo built with hard work and dedication has expanded nationwide. Chairman Paul Boschetto, Angelo’s son, remains dedicated to the principles of his father.
MISSION
Able’s mission is to provide Best In-Class services to real estate owners and managers, mentor and care for our employees, and reduce our impact on the environment.
We place special emphasis on supplying our clients with the best workforce available combined with the latest technologies.
Our commitment to all Able customers has established us as a leading national provider of janitorial and engineering services.
LEADERSHIP
“Able is the preferred choice because our services historically exceed the expectations of our clients.” Paul Boschetto, Chairman/Owner, Able Services
“I could not be more proud of the incredible talent and culture that exists in our company and the opportunity to carry on our core values and strategy as the CEO of Able Services.”
Paul Saccone, CEO, Able Services
HOW WE HIRE
Many of our corporate employees started off working for Able as field employees– janitors, engineers and project managers. We prefer to promote from within.
If you know of anyone that is interested in employment, learning the janitorial industry, working in operations management, billing, finance, sustainability service coordination, or stationary engineering, then please direct them to our quick and easy resume submission form.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Able Services values the rich diversity of its workforce. We strive to foster a work environment of respect and engagement that harnesses our workforce’s diversity to our common goal of providing prompt and superior client service. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of classification protected by law, including race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or national origin. We also provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
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