Job Description

Job Title: Applied Chiller Field Service Engineer

Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Applied Chiller Field Service Engineer to join our growing San Francisco, CA team. This field-based role is focused on the diagnostics, maintenance, and optimization of complex HVAC systems in commercial, institutional, and mission-critical facilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with large-capacity chillers (100+ tons), central plant operations, and building automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Chiller Service & Repair: Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair air- and water-cooled chillers, including centrifugal, screw, and scroll systems from OEMs such as Trane, Carrier, York, and Daikin.
• System Commissioning: Perform start-up, programming, calibration, and performance verification of newly installed or retrofitted chiller systems.
• Preventive Maintenance: Implement and document comprehensive scheduled maintenance programs for chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and other central plant components.
• Field Engineering Collaboration: Support engineering and project teams by validating system designs, ensuring equipment performance, and resolving technical issues in the field.
• Controls & BAS Integration: Interface with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) to monitor and fine-tune control sequences for energy efficiency and reliability.
• Emergency Support: Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to address urgent service requests and ensure customer uptime.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of service activities, including diagnostics, repairs, system performance, and customer communication.
• Customer Engagement: Communicate clearly and professionally with building owners, facility engineers, and contractors to deliver technical guidance and service updates.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to OSHA regulations and company safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and confined space procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field experience with large-tonnage chillers and central plant systems.
• Associate degree or technical training in HVAC Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• EPA Universal Certification (Section 608).
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, control systems, and schematic interpretation.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-first approach.
• Ability to travel across the San Francisco Bay Area to service customer sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturer training or certifications from Trane, Carrier, York, Daikin, Mitsubishi, or equivalent.
• Experience working in mission-critical environments like hospitals, data centers, or research facilities.
• Knowledge of commissioning tools, vibration analysis equipment, and refrigerant recovery systems.
• Familiarity with BAS protocols, including BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Company-provided vehicle, tools, and mobile device
• OEM-sponsored training and ongoing professional development
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Supportive work environment and opportunities for advancement

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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