Marine HVAC Technician

Since 2004, Elite Marine Air Conditioning has deployed our experienced personnel to super yachts and sport fishing vessels located anywhere in the world. We’ve worked on everything from new installations and minor repairs to annual maintenance and complete refits. In short, our deep marine expertise ensures your equipment runs well long after you’ve left the dock.

Elite Marine Air Conditioning is currently looking for HVAC Technician/Installer to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will possess strong work ethic, team mentality and a can-do attitude. 

The HVAC Technician/Installer will be responsible for performing routine maintenance and service repairs on heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems, and marine water maker units. This position will also be responsible for the installation of new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications and established safety guidelines. This role reports directly to the Service Manager and Operations Manager.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform troubleshooting, diagnosis, service, and repair of marine air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits for faults and open circuits
• Perform routine sawdering of copper joints and dissimilar metals
• Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution
• Join pipes or tubing to equipment and/or water or refrigerant source, to form a complete circuit
• Reassemble and test equipment following repairs
• Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring
• Layout and connect electrical wiring between controls and equipment, according to wiring diagrams, using electrician’s hand tools
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area
• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions
• Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum High school diploma, HVAC accredited schooling completion required.
• EPA certification or the ability to obtain one before the start of employment.
• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• 2 years’ experience in residential or commercial HVAC installation and servicing; marine HVAC and water maker reverse osmosis experience preferred. 
• Understanding of basic hand tool usage, including meters, gauges, drills, and saws etc.  
• Availability for overtime and/or weekend work
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot etc. 
• Capacity to work in a team environment and independently 
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to lift and bend frequently; must be able to routinely lift and move up to 50 lbs. without assistant; capable of working in indoor and outdoor settings; exposure to hot and humid environments; comfortable in confided spaces aboard marine vessels at times.

Our Benefits:

• Highly Competitive Wages
• Use of company van 
• Quarterly Profit Share Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (company pays 100% of employee only health, dental, vision and life insurance)
• 401K plus company match, after 90 days of employment 
• Paid vacation, Holiday, and PTO

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

EEO Statement

Elite Marine Air Conditioning is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Elite Marine Air Conditioning is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion and passing of the compliance process.