Hvac Service Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Mobile HVAC Service TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Mobile HVAC Service Technician plays a key role in maintaining safe, comfortable, and efficient commercial facilities across the Buffalo, NY region. You will travel between multiple sites to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and repair HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems. This role suits a hands-on technician with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys working independently, managing their own route, and ensuring building systems operate at peak performance while supporting critical operations and emergency needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems across multiple commercial facilities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems and associated components, including filters, belts, motors, contactors, thermostats, and related parts.
• Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC systems, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, and interior and exterior building components to ensure reliable operation.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and due diligence assessments, documenting conditions that may impact client occupancy, safety, and operations.
• Prepare and submit detailed service and inspection reports in a timely manner, ensuring accurate documentation of work performed and system conditions.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations and after-hours building-related issues, minimizing disruption to client operations.
• Operate and monitor building automation systems, fire/life safety systems, and other building-related equipment while adhering to all safety procedures.
• Use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and mobile devices or tablets to receive, update, and close work orders, and to track preventive maintenance activities.
• Identify safety hazards within facilities, take immediate corrective action where possible, and recommend long-term solutions to eliminate potential risks.
• Travel between multiple customer sites within the assigned region to provide field-based service, support up to 20 locations, and manage a daily route efficiently.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and organize daily workload to meet service-level expectations and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with facility stakeholders as needed to communicate equipment status, maintenance needs, and recommended improvements for building systems.
• Support fire/life safety-related tasks associated with HVAC and building systems as required by site operations.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide overtime support for critical building operations and emergency service calls.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience, with commercial HVAC maintenance experience preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of technical experience in commercial building engineering, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment repair and maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven ability to troubleshoot HVAC and building systems effectively.
• Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance, including changing filters, belts, motors, contactors, thermostats, and other HVAC components.
• Experience responding to emergency service calls and supporting critical building operations.
• Ability to read and work from schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation related to mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Comfort using mobile devices or tablets for work order management, documentation, and communication.
• Experience working with mechanical systems, assembly, pneumatics, hydraulics, and general field service activities.
• Valid state drivers license with a clean driving record and ability to travel between multiple facilities regularly.
• Physical ability to lift up to 80 lbs. and to climb ladders up to 30 feet safely and regularly.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with on-call duties and overtime as needed.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a mobile, field-based environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, including identifying hazards and following safety procedures in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other building areas.
• Strong knowledge of state, county, and city ordinances, codes, and laws related to building operations, or the ability and willingness to learn and comply with them.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Universal EPA certification or EPA Universal license (strongly preferred).
• Commercial building maintenance experience, particularly in office, warehouse, distribution, or mixed-use environments.
• Working knowledge of MEP/HVAC system design, application, and integration in commercial buildings.
• Experience with building automation systems and exposure to monitoring and controlling HVAC and related equipment.
• Experience with fire/life safety systems and their interaction with HVAC and building operations.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Corrigo, ServiceChannel, or similar platforms.
• Background in facilities maintenance, commercial facilities management, or property operations in a service-oriented environment.
• Relevant trade certifications in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related building systems disciplines.
• Experience with electrical and plumbing troubleshooting in commercial settings.
• Ability to interpret and apply construction drawings, schematics, and technical diagrams for installation and repair work.
• Trade school or technical school training in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to identify safety hazards and recommend or implement methods to eliminate or mitigate risks.
• Comfort working in a variety of building types, including warehouses, garages, storage facilities, and agricultural-style structures.

Why Work Here? You will join a stable, well-established organization that offers the resources and structure of a leading facilities management provider while allowing you to work independently in the field. The role provides a company-provided vehicle for port-to-port travel, consistent day-shift hours, and the opportunity to manage your own route without micromanagement. You will gain exposure to a wide range of building types and systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety, supporting up to 20 sites and enjoying variety in your daily work. The environment supports professional growth in facility maintenance and engineering, with opportunities for overtime through on-call and emergency response work. You will be part of a culture that values safety, technical excellence, and long-term career development.

Work EnvironmentThis is a mobile, field-based role supporting commercial facilities throughout the Buffalo, NY region. You will travel daily between multiple locations, including commercial office buildings, distribution centers, warehouses, garages, storage facilities, agricultural-style buildings, barns, and mixed-use commercial properties. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, often in mechanical rooms, equipment rooms, rooftop units, and warehouse environments, with regular exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with on-call responsibilities and occasional after-hours emergency service calls.

You will use a company-provided vehicle for port-to-port travel and rely on mobile devices or tablets to manage work orders and documentation. The role involves regular lifting of up to 80 lbs., climbing ladders up to 30 feet, and working around mechanical and electrical equipment, requiring adherence to safety procedures and appropriate work attire suitable for mechanical and field environments.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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