Senior Commercial HVAC Technician

Metro Mechanical Services, LLC

Birmingham, USonsite$30k-$38k/yrPosted Jul 7, 2026
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About the role

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $30.00 – $38.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Sign-On Bonus: $5000

Overtime opportunities available

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Team

You will join a high-performing field service team within a leading commercial mechanical services organization and a partner of Crete United. The team specializes in delivering reliable, high-quality HVAC and plumbing solutions to commercial and institutional clients, including schools, airports, healthcare facilities, and large office environments.

Our technicians are the front line of our business - trusted experts who ensure customer systems operate efficiently, safely, and without disruption. We emphasize technical excellence, responsiveness, and long-term client relationships through preventative maintenance and service.

The Role

The Senior Commercial Service Technician is a highly skilled field professional responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and optimizing commercial HVAC and mechanical systems.

This role focuses on supporting commercial businesses, ensuring minimal downtime and peak system performance. You will work independently in the field, lead complex service calls, and serve as a mentor to junior technicians while delivering best-in-class service to customers.

Job Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of commercial HVAC and mechanical systems across a variety of customer sites

Diagnose and troubleshoot complex system issues, including rooftop units, boilers, air handlers, associated controls, and occasional chillers & boilers

Respond to service calls for commercial clients, ensuring timely resolution with minimal operational disruption

Support retrofits, upgrades, and system optimization projects to improve performance and energy efficiency

Conduct detailed system inspections and provide clear recommendations for repairs, replacements, or improvements

Accurately document work performed, including service reports, diagnostics, and parts usage

Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and company procedures at all times

Mentor and support junior technicians, helping elevate overall team capability

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of experience servicing commercial HVAC systems

Strong expertise in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical systems

Experience performing maintenance, repair, and replacement in commercial environments

Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

EPA Certification (Universal or Type II)

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple service calls

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of experience in commercial mechanical or HVAC service

Experience with large-scale commercial systems (chillers, boilers, building automation systems)

Experience supporting institutional clients (schools, healthcare, airports, government facilities)

Prior experience mentoring or leading junior technicians

Experience working within a service contract or preventative maintenance model

“Build The Future with Metro Mechanical, a Crete United Company” (https://youtu.be/eArEfojheAc)

Education

Required

Technical/other training or better in Other

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

EPA - Universal (HVAC)

NATE

Skills

Required

Customer Service

Equipment Install

Troubleshooting

Compensation

This Trades & Manual role pays $30k-$38k/yr. Within typical range for trades & manual roles in United States.

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