Mechanical Cooling Technician in Birmingham

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Now Hiring: Mechanical Cooling Technician

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician with a strong background in chillers, HVAC systems, and industrial cooling equipment to support a high-demand mechanical plant.

This role is ideal for someone who can troubleshoot, maintain, and operate cooling systems independently, especially in industrial or mission-critical environments.

What You’ll Work On

• Air-cooled screw chillers (primary cooling systems)
• Closed-loop chilled water systems with pumps and buffer tanks
• Liquid cooling units (CDUs) and fluid systems
• Mechanical cooling systems with seasonal operation changes
• Multi-unit industrial equipment across a single site

What You’ll Do

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chillers and cooling systems
• Perform startup, shutdown, and seasonal changeovers
• Diagnose issues with compressors (screw type), pumps, and valves
• Monitor and maintain water quality and chemical treatment systems
• Inspect and repair piping, flanges, and hydronic components
• Read and interpret BMS/BAS alarms, trends, and setpoints
• Execute manual overrides and system failover procedures
• Follow LOTO and safety protocols when working on equipment
• Maintain logs, complete work orders, and follow SOPs

What You Bring

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical cooling systems
  (HVAC, chillers, industrial cooling, or similar)
• Strong experience with:
• • Screw chillers
  • Refrigeration systems & leak detection
  • Chilled water / hydronic systems
  • Pumps, valves, and piping systems
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently
• Comfortable reading schematics and system diagrams
• Experience working around electrical systems and following LOTO procedures

Bonus Experience (Not Required)

• 7+ years in industrial or critical environments
• EPA 608 Universal Certification
• OSHA 10 certification
• Experience with:
• • Building automation systems (BMS/BAS)
  • CMMS or work order systems
  • Preventive maintenance programs
  • Liquid cooling or fluid-based systems

Work Environment

• Industrial setting with both indoor and outdoor work
• Exposure to heat, noise, and operating equipment
• Physically active role (walking, lifting, inspecting equipment)
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE

Why Join Us?

• Steady hours plus overtime potential
• Work on advanced mechanical and cooling systems
• High-demand, stable industry with growth potential

Apply Today

If you have experience with chillers, HVAC systems, or industrial cooling equipment and enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, we want to hear from you.

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