HVAC Technician

Job Title: HVAC Technician Job Description The HVAC Technician will be responsible for commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems in a commercial environment. This role involves coordinating with team leaders, project managers, and customers to understand requirements for on-site installations and repairs. The technician will represent the company as the direct customer contact, ensuring customer satisfaction by diagnosing and repairing equipment at the customer's location. The position requires using cutting-edge software and technology, along with hand-tools, to diagnose and repair units, while strictly enforcing safety standards and maintaining accountability of company assets. Responsibilities + Commission, troubleshoot, repair, and start up HVAC systems. + Coordinate with team leaders/project managers and customers to forecast issues and synchronize on-site work. + Serve as the direct customer contact, ensuring satisfaction by identifying and repairing equipment. + Use software and hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units. + Enforce safety standards and maintain security and accountability of company assets. + Perform new facility set-ups and retrofits for existing facilities. Essential Skills + Strong understanding of HVAC systems, air conditioning theory, mechanical layouts, and pipe fitting. + Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues using tools, software, and engineering specifications. + Experience with commissioning and repairing commercial HVAC systems. + Proficiency in using hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and cutting-edge software. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service on-site. + Safety compliant with ability to maneuver in small areas and be on feet for extended periods. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ideally 5 years of HVAC experience. + EPA Certification. + Mechanical repair and preventive maintenance skills. + Electrical troubleshooting and installation expertise. Why Work Here? Enjoy family-building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance. Benefit from a 401K match. Take advantage of paid time off with up to 9 paid holidays, 15 vacation days, and paid leave for volunteer and parental needs. Enhance your skills with educational and training opportunities through company programs, including Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training, tuition assistance, and student debt support. Receive a company vehicle and laptop, while only needing to bring basic tools as all expensive and technical equipment is provided. Gain access to learning opportunities across multiple departments. Work Environment The work environment consists of a large building located in San Diego, with duties requiring travel throughout the county to service clients, including universities, casinos, and hospitality establishments. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companiesu2019 construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-02-12