HVAC Lead Technician (Chicago)

Mission:

Verde reduces energy and inefficiencies within our business community

We implement and stand behind our recommendations

Vision:

Changing the way businesses look at sustainability investment

Core Values:

• Confident & resilient
• Taking pride in our work
• Humble & gracious
• Positive contagious energy
• Eloquent communication
• Curiously exploring new solutions

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Job brief

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts are seeking an experienced and skilled HVAC Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader, capable of managing complex rooftop projects and possessing expert-level knowledge of HVAC maintenance and installation. This position has zero direct reports and reports directly to our Controller.

Responsibilities 

• Project Leadership: Confidently lead Roof Top HVAC replacement projects from start to finish, including managing crane communication, directing recycling and crane crews on the job site, and overseeing all electrical and gas connection work.
• Refrigeration Expertise: Possess the ability to braze refrigeration lines and perform thorough leak checks on all refrigeration line installations.
• Equipment Start-up: Capable of starting up a large variety of rooftop equipment independently, or with minimal technical support assistance when necessary.
• Technical Communication: Experienced in effectively communicating with and problem-solving alongside technical support teams from various manufacturers.
• Specialized Component Knowledge: Experienced with the installation and ongoing maintenance of economizers and actuators on diverse rooftop equipment.
• Mentorship and Training: Willing and able to train and mentor other team members on HVAC equipment and best practices, both in-person and remotely via video calls.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications 

• Extensive commercial HVAC experience with rooftop units, heat pumps and advanced thermostat installations
• Proficient in troubleshooting both new and existing HVAC systems
• Ability to build partnerships across teams
• Skilled problem solver
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and train fellow employees
• Help to streamline and improve current project procedures

Requirements 

• Experience with rooftop installations
• HVAC Troubleshooting ability
• Thermostat installations competency
• Comfortable using multiple programs via smart phone or computer
• Able to generate detailed reports of ongoing and completed projects
• Willingness to learn new products/tools
• Travel obligations include visiting each project location as necessary
• Utilize appropriate PPE in the workplace
• Expected work hours: 8 hrs per day, 5 days a week, as early as 6 am
• Expected work locations: rooftops and indoors
• Expected working conditions: able to work in environment that has hot/cold temps, loud noises, dust (ear plugs/masks provided), humid, wet
• Must lift 50+ lbs frequently, work indoors and outdoors year-round, standing, walking, bending, lifting, climbing ladders, reaching overhead, and operate at various heights

Benefits

Wage rate: $80,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on experience, ($80k with min 7 years, $90K with min 10 years, and $100K with min 15 years of experience) Full-time or Part-time, salary compensable with number of hours worked, FLSA non-exempt, overtime and prevailing wage eligible

All Plans and offerings are reviewed annually and subject to change

• Generous PTO & Leave policy

• Eligible for Medical & Dental Benefits

• Company paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability coverage

• After 90 days eligible for 401K/Retirement Plan & discretionary matching contribution

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Profit-Sharing Program

• Free Divvy Membership

• Voluntary Employee Options • Vision Coverage • Flexible Spending Account • Legal Insurance Plan • Accident Insurance Identity Theft Protection Plan • Pet Insurance

It is the policy of Verde Energy Efficiency Experts that employees should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination. 

Verde Energy Efficiency Experts 5328 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL 60630 773.413.9587