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We offer comprehensive HVAC, building automation system, facilities, and energy solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of high-profile organizations in commercial buildings, data centers, industrial facilities, and other mission critical sites.
JOB SUMMARY
About us:
EMCOR Services Aircond is a leading commercial and industrial heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) service company in the Southeast. For more than 87 years, Aircond has designed and delivered comprehensive HVAC solutions to businesses seeking to enhance their productivity and efficiency. Today, Aircond delivers a full spectrum of facility services to single and multi-site clients, from HVAC service to complete operations and maintenance solutions.
Job Title: Service Technician - Class III - V
Summary
Install, service, and repair heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems, and related environmental-control systems. Utilize knowledge of heating and refrigeration theory, and pipefitting.
Location:
This role is based out of the Charlotte, NC area and will require travel throughout the Charlotte metro region.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Posting covers Class 3, Class 4, and Class 5 Service Technician. Duties are based on the candidate’s qualifications below.
Class 3 Service Technician
- Understanding of 5 through 100-ton unitary DX equipment, chilled water air handlers, computer room units (CRAC), Pneumatic and DDC controls.
- Demonstrate advanced troubleshooting skills on 100 ton and less unitary DX equipment.
- Capable of all repairs needed on rooftop package equipment.
- Perform basic troubleshooting on air-cooled chillers.
- Troubleshoot and repair water cooled package equipment.
- Diagnose problems using electrical schematics.
- Diagnosing refrigerant system issues.
- Basic understanding variable frequency drives.
- Diagnose issues with variable air volume equipment (VAV’s/PIU’s).
Class 4 Service Technician
- All skills listed in the Class 3 category above plus the ability to perform trouble shooting and repairs on all types of air-cooled chillers, pumps, and low-pressure boilers.
- Advanced troubleshooting on all air-cooled equipment, both unitary and chilled water.
- Basic understanding of water-cooled chillers.
- Basic understanding of DDC control systems.
- Capable of maintaining and repairing cooling towers.
- Ability to diagnose water flow issues.
- Proficient with variable frequency drives and starters.
- Proficient with low pressure boilers.
Class 5 Service Technician
- All skills listed in the Class 3 and Class 4 sections above plus understanding of water-cooled chillers, chilled water systems, large chiller rebuilds, rigging, large boilers, pumps, and assist with technical support to other technicians.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair large, water-cooled chillers.
- Diagnose issues on large boilers with power burners.
- Advanced diagnosis of air distribution systems (VAV/PIU).
- Chilled water system distribution and troubleshooting.
- Troubleshoot and repair/rebuild large pumps.
- Possess superior system knowledge and advanced troubleshooting skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of computer and tablets.
- Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Strong adaptability skills.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Trade/Technical School certification or degree preferred.
- Three to five years plus of commercial/industrial HVAC experience including exposure to control, compound and reciprocating systems as well as refrigerants. Experience level is based on technician classifications described above.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to climb ladders, lift and carry 50 or more pounds, distinguish colors for electrical work and tolerate confined spaces. Work will involve heights and seasonal temperature extremes. Proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is required while performing tasks.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM EMCOR SERVICES AIRCOND:
- Health Insurance: 4 plans available to choose from with Rx coverage
- Heath Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options available
- Dental insurance: 2 plans available to choose from
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employee referral incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive PTO, 8 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday
- Weekly Pay
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
It is the policy of EMCOR Services Aircond to conduct all business activities in a responsible manner, free from recognized hazards; and to respect the environment, health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers, partners, and community neighbors. EMCOR Services Aircond is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. It will not be satisfied until its premises and services are free of recognized hazards, its employees, and its operations environmentally friendly. We will provide training, protective equipment, and the safest work environment possible for our employees to perform their jobs, but in the end, safety becomes an individual responsibility.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.
EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
About us
We offer comprehensive HVAC, building automation system, facilities, and energy solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of high-profile organizations in commercial buildings, data centers, industrial facilities, and other mission critical sites.
JOB SUMMARY
About us:
EMCOR Services Aircond is a leading commercial and industrial heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) service company in the Southeast. For more than 87 years, Aircond has designed and delivered comprehensive HVAC solutions to businesses seeking to enhance their productivity and efficiency. Today, Aircond delivers a full spectrum of facility services to single and multi-site clients, from HVAC service to complete operations and maintenance solutions.
Job Title: Service Technician - Class III - V
Summary
Install, service, and repair heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems, and related environmental-control systems. Utilize knowledge of heating and refrigeration theory, and pipefitting.
Location:
This role is based out of the Charlotte, NC area and will require travel throughout the Charlotte metro region.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Posting covers Class 3, Class 4, and Class 5 Service Technician. Duties are based on the candidate’s qualifications below.
Class 3 Service Technician
- Understanding of 5 through 100-ton unitary DX equipment, chilled water air handlers, computer room units (CRAC), Pneumatic and DDC controls.
- Demonstrate advanced troubleshooting skills on 100 ton and less unitary DX equipment.
- Capable of all repairs needed on rooftop package equipment.
- Perform basic troubleshooting on air-cooled chillers.
- Troubleshoot and repair water cooled package equipment.
- Diagnose problems using electrical schematics.
- Diagnosing refrigerant system issues.
- Basic understanding variable frequency drives.
- Diagnose issues with variable air volume equipment (VAV’s/PIU’s).
Class 4 Service Technician
- All skills listed in the Class 3 category above plus the ability to perform trouble shooting and repairs on all types of air-cooled chillers, pumps, and low-pressure boilers.
- Advanced troubleshooting on all air-cooled equipment, both unitary and chilled water.
- Basic understanding of water-cooled chillers.
- Basic understanding of DDC control systems.
- Capable of maintaining and repairing cooling towers.
- Ability to diagnose water flow issues.
- Proficient with variable frequency drives and starters.
- Proficient with low pressure boilers.
Class 5 Service Technician
- All skills listed in the Class 3 and Class 4 sections above plus understanding of water-cooled chillers, chilled water systems, large chiller rebuilds, rigging, large boilers, pumps, and assist with technical support to other technicians.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair large, water-cooled chillers.
- Diagnose issues on large boilers with power burners.
- Advanced diagnosis of air distribution systems (VAV/PIU).
- Chilled water system distribution and troubleshooting.
- Troubleshoot and repair/rebuild large pumps.
- Possess superior system knowledge and advanced troubleshooting skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of computer and tablets.
- Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Strong adaptability skills.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Trade/Technical School certification or degree preferred.
- Three to five years plus of commercial/industrial HVAC experience including exposure to control, compound and reciprocating systems as well as refrigerants. Experience level is based on technician classifications described above.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to climb ladders, lift and carry 50 or more pounds, distinguish colors for electrical work and tolerate confined spaces. Work will involve heights and seasonal temperature extremes. Proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is required while performing tasks.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM EMCOR SERVICES AIRCOND:
- Health Insurance: 4 plans available to choose from with Rx coverage
- Heath Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options available
- Dental insurance: 2 plans available to choose from
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Employee referral incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive PTO, 8 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday
- Weekly Pay
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
It is the policy of EMCOR Services Aircond to conduct all business activities in a responsible manner, free from recognized hazards; and to respect the environment, health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers, partners, and community neighbors. EMCOR Services Aircond is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. It will not be satisfied until its premises and services are free of recognized hazards, its employees, and its operations environmentally friendly. We will provide training, protective equipment, and the safest work environment possible for our employees to perform their jobs, but in the end, safety becomes an individual responsibility.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.
EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Service Technician
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility depends on whether your Service Technician position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Check the O*NET profile for your occupation code and confirm your job duties align with the degree field your employer will list on the LCA.
Request prevailing wage documentation early
Your employer must certify your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Pull the wage level yourself using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation so you know whether the salary being offered clears the threshold.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by Service Technician roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed H-1B LCAs for comparable positions. This tells you which companies have a real sponsorship track record, not just an HR policy that says they'll consider sponsorship.
Negotiate start date around the October 1 cap-subject window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can be filed from April 1 for an October 1 start. If you're interviewing in late spring or summer, ask your employer to plan the petition filing timeline accordingly so your start date aligns with your authorized status.
Get field certifications into your petition supporting evidence
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize Service Technician roles for specialty occupation status. Trade certifications in HVAC, medical equipment, or industrial systems, alongside degree transcripts, strengthen the employer's case that the role requires specialized academic preparation.
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Find Service Technician JobsService Technician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Service Technician role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the position is defined. H-1B requires a specialty occupation, meaning the job normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field. Service Technician roles in medical devices, industrial automation, or aerospace more readily meet this standard than general repair roles. Your employer's job description and the degree requirement they list on the LCA are what USCIS evaluates.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Service Technicians?
Medical equipment manufacturers, HVAC system companies, semiconductor equipment firms, and industrial automation employers are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Service Technician roles. These industries require technicians with engineering or applied science degrees, which maps more directly to specialty occupation requirements. Use Migrate Mate to browse Service Technician roles filtered by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off as a Service Technician?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after your employment ends, during which you can remain in the U.S. while pursuing a new employer or a change of status. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before the grace period expires. Cap-exempt employers, including certain nonprofits and research institutions, can file at any time without waiting for the annual lottery.
Can my H-1B employer require me to travel between sites as a Service Technician?
Yes, but multi-site work creates LCA compliance obligations. Your employer must file a new LCA or amend the petition if you work at a location not covered by the original filing for more than 30 consecutive days, or 60 days in certain circumstances. Short-term assignments under 30 days in a year are generally covered under the existing LCA with a posted notice requirement at each worksite.
How do I know if the salary my employer is offering clears the H-1B prevailing wage?
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific job title, SOC code, and work location before accepting an offer. The wage level on your LCA must match or exceed what DOL sets for that combination. If your employer is offering a wage below the prevailing level, the LCA won't be certified and the H-1B petition can't move forward.
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