Licensed HVAC Technician

Job Title: Licensed HVAC Technician

Employment Type: Full-time
 

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture

At Ashley Furniture, we are one of the world's largest manufacturers of quality home furnishings.

Our facilities span multiple industries including manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, retail, and corporate operations.

We are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and efficient work environment for our team members, and our HVAC systems play a vital role in achieving that goal.

Join a company that values craftsmanship, innovation, and the skilled trades professionals who keep our operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities



* Installation & Repair: Install, repair, and troubleshoot HVAC systems—including rooftop units, air handlers, chillers, boilers, and air distribution systems—according to specifications and building codes.


* Diagnostics: Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures in HVAC equipment, replace defective components (compressors, motors, fans, controls), and perform brazed repairs and refrigerant recovery/charging procedures.


* Preventive Maintenance: Execute plant-wide preventive maintenance programs including scheduled inspections, filter changes, lubrication, refrigerant level checks, coil cleaning, and system performance monitoring.


* Controls & Automation: Work with building automation systems (BAS) and digital controls, including installation and programming of thermostats, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and control panels.


* Refrigeration & EPA Compliance: Service refrigeration systems (walk-in coolers, freezers, process cooling) while maintaining EPA compliance for refrigerant handling, recovery, and recycling.


* Optimization: Assess equipment condition and provide recommendations for repairs, replacements, and energy efficiency improvements; order parts and manage inventory.


* Safety Compliance: Follow OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, EPA Section 608 regulations, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).


* Technical Documentation: Read and interpret electrical schematics, control sequences, and equipment specifications.

Qualifications Required:



* Certification: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (Freon/Refrigerant License) required.


* Experience: 3+ years of commercial or industrial HVAC experience (or equivalent combination of trade school/vocational training and field experience).


* Technical Skills: Strong electro-mechanical skills with proven diagnostic and troubleshooting ability.


* General Skills: Proficiency with hand tools and electrical test equipment; knowledge of power distribution and control systems.


* Requirements: Valid driver's license and High School Diploma (or equivalent).

Preferred:



* 3+ years of industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.


* State HVAC contractor license or journeyman certification.


* Experience with Building Automati...