What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Project Technician position at ABM US?
ABM is seeking an entry-level HVAC Project Technician I to support project-based HVAC work at commercial and facility sites. This role assists senior technicians with HVAC installations, replacements, retrofits, repairs, preventive maintenance projects, and system upgrades.
This is a hands-on developmental role for someone building a career in HVAC while working as part of a project team.
Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members
ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply. Military Occupational Specialty Code: 91E, 91C, EM, HT, MK, DC, 1161, 1341, 3E1X1
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years of HVAC, mechanical, maintenance, construction, facilities, or related trade experience
- EPA 608 certification
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, meters, and basic HVAC equipment.
- Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and materials as required.
- Comfortable working on rooftops, in mechanical rooms, and at active job sites.
Preferred:
- HVAC trade school, technical training, or apprenticeship coursework.
- OSHA10 & 30
- Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical safety, refrigeration, or commercial facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the lead and senior technicians with HVAC project work, including equipment changeouts, repairs, maintenance, and system modifications.
- Prepare job sites by staging tools, materials, parts, and equipment.
- Perform basic HVAC tasks such as filter changes, belt replacements, coil cleaning, drain cleaning, equipment cleaning, and visual inspections.
- Help install, remove, and replace HVAC components, including motors, fans, belts, filters, sensors, thermostats, dampers, piping, and related parts.
- Support troubleshooting by taking readings, observing equipment operation, documenting findings, and reporting issues.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Follow project plans, work orders, safety procedures, and direction from lead technicians or supervisors.
- Complete basic documentation, including job notes, photos, readings, materials used, and task updates.