Warranty Technician

In this role, the individual will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and servicing residential homeowner’s HVAC systems.

Technical Responsibilities of the Job

• Maintain, diagnose and correct problems throughout the entire HVAC system.
• Perform all of the low voltage wiring for the indoor and outdoor unit
• Test electrical circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
• Start up the furnace for the first time to burn all of the manufactures oil off
• Add the proper charge to the A/C once started up
• Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and –water solution
• Adjust system controls to setting recommended by manufacturer to balance system, using hand tools
• Recommend, develop and perform general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts and changing filters.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area
• Adjust system controls to settings recommended by manufacturer.
• Excellent communication skills with supers an home owners
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and equipment according to wiring diagram, using electrician’s hand tools
• Install auxiliary components to heating-cooling equipment, such as expansion and discharge valves and dampers while following blueprints
• Generate work orders that address deficiencies in need of correction
• Join pipes or tubing to equipment and to fuel, water or refrigerant source, to form complete circuit
• Fabricate, assemble and install duct work and chassis parts, using portable metal-working tools and welding equipment

Behavioral Responsibilities of the Job

• Reliable Transportation
• Problem solving and quick conflict resolution skills.
• Self-motivated, organized with a can-do attitude
• Demonstrate initiative to complete assignments and obtain results
• Able to work independently and as part of a changing team
• Committed to creating and participating in a positive workplace culture
• Capable of providing excellent internal and external customer interactions
• Able to remain calm and handle stress well
• Committed to arriving on time and ready to work
• Committed to follow safety procedures
• Appropriate time taken for rest and meal breaks
• Use of personal cell phones for emergency or while on rest and meal breaks only

Training/Certification

• 2-5 years of HVAC warranty experience
• EPA Refrigerant Certification (Universal or Type II)
• Self-starter
• Valid CA Driver’s License and Insurable DMV Record
• Must have great analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Mechanical knowledge, technical procedures, and government regulations and codes
• Problem solving and quick conflict resolution skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to read blueprints and charts and designs
• Prior construction experience is a A +
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work at a fast pace

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Technical school graduate preferred

Working conditions and management style:

• Subject to adverse weather conditions – extreme heat and cold
• Job sites can be loud and dusty
• Able to use basic hand tools and power tools.
• Must be able to travel from job site to job site
• Must be able to transport tools and a ladder to multiple job sites
• Must be able to ascend ladders to heights of eight feet or higher, and descend ladders, scaffolding, stairs and inclined surfaces.
• Able to work in high areas including rafters and roofs.
• Able to exert physical strength necessary to move objects weighing eighty plus ponds from one level to another.

Villara is considered an essential business and is meeting all COVID-19 safety requirements.