At SSAB, the HVAC Chiller Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial and commercial chiller systems. This role is critical to maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient cooling operations supporting plant equipment and processes.
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Main Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on air-cooled and water-cooled chiller systems
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues
- Inspect compressors, motors, pumps, valves, refrigerant circuits, and control components
- Perform system startups, shutdowns, and performance testing
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and OEM documentation
- Monitor system operation and recommend improvements for efficiency and reliability
- Respond to emergency breakdowns and participate in on-call rotation as required
- Maintain accurate maintenance records in the CMMS
- Comply with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate work with operations, engineering, and outside contractors
- Complete required training within designated timeframes and attend all required meetings.
- Understand and support the company’s goals and values and adhere to company, department, safety, quality, environmental, and ethics policies and procedures.
About You / Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred)
- Minimum of 3–5 years HVAC or chiller maintenance experience
- Strong working knowledge of refrigeration systems and HVAC controls
- EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (required)
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors, and control systems
- Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
- Good communication, collaboration, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Preferred
- Experience with large-tonnage industrial or commercial chillers
- Familiarity with Trane, Carrier, York, or similar systems
- Building Automation System (BAS) experience
- VFD and control system troubleshooting experience
- Current HVAC or mechanical license
Our Offer
We offer a wide range of benefits to our team members:
- Bonuses
- 401(k) with 5% employer match
- 10 paid holidays
- Vacation
- Excellent, affordable benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Profit sharing
- Opportunities for development
- Friendly and welcoming workplace
- Global company committed to sustainability
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 5% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Profit sharing
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
