Hvac/r Technician

This role focuses on providing commercial and industrial service for HVAC and refrigeration systems. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of HVAC/R units for customers, using a company-provided vehicle, parts, and specialty tools. You start your day by leaving directly from home to your first service call and may take the service truck home. This position includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule, with calls typically not extending late into the night. If you are interested in this position, then please apply today and an Aerotek Recruiter will reach out within 24-48 hours.

• Perform commercial and industrial service work on HVAC and refrigeration units at customer locations.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC systems, including air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, compressors, cooling towers, and related mechanical equipment.
• Use strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Perform HVAC maintenance tasks to ensure systems operate efficiently and reliably.
• Utilize company-provided vehicle, parts, and specialty tools to complete service calls safely and efficiently.
• Travel from home directly to customer sites, starting work at the first job location, typically at 7:00 AM.
• Visit the shop when needed to load parts and materials, ensuring you have the correct equipment for scheduled calls.
• Participate in an on-call rotation approximately once every six weeks, responding to customer needs within established hours.
• Work on rooftop units and indoor units, often at heights and in outdoor conditions, following safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers regarding findings, repairs performed, and any recommended follow-up work.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and time spent on each service call.
• Operate and care for basic hand tools, power tools, and HVAC-specific tools in a safe and responsible manner.

• At least 5 years of commercial HVAC/R service experience.
• At least 3 years of experience specifically in commercial and industrial refrigeration.
• Strong HVAC troubleshooting skills, including diagnosis and repair of HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, boilers, compressors, and cooling towers.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC installation, service, and repair work in commercial and industrial environments.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting related to HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Experience performing HVAC maintenance, including mechanical and heating system checks.
• Clean driving record suitable for operating a company vehicle.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and power tools required for HVAC work.
• Comfort working on rooftop and indoor units, including at heights and outdoors.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations and HVAC best practices, including safe handling of refrigerants (EPA Universal certification strongly preferred or equivalent knowledge)

You join a well-established HVAC organization with a strong presence in the region and a large base of repeat customers, offering stable and consistent work. The company provides a service vehicle, parts, and specialty tools, allowing you to focus on your craft rather than logistics. You benefit from a structured schedule with a defined start time and a reasonable on-call rotation that is not 24/7, supporting a healthier work-life balance. Working with a variety of commercial and industrial systems gives you the opportunity to sharpen your technical skills and grow professionally in a supportive environment.

This is a field-based role working on rooftop units and indoor units across a broad service area. You regularly work at heights and in outdoor environments, so you must feel comfortable working on roofs and in varying weather conditions. The position involves daily travel using a company-provided truck, which you may take home, and you may occasionally report to the shop to load parts and materials. Typical work begins with the first job at around 7:00 AM, with additional compensated drive time for distant calls and shop visits. The on-call schedule runs approximately once every six weeks, with calls generally limited to reasonable evening hours rather than overnight. You use basic hand tools, power tools, and specialized HVAC equipment, following safety protocols and any applicable dress or PPE guidelines appropriate for industrial and rooftop service work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, IL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

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):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.