NorthWest Arkansas Community College ยท 3 months ago
HVAC/Chiller Technician
Benton County Campus, Arkansas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education and is seeking an HVAC/Chiller Technician. This role is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, and optimization of commercial and industrial HVAC systems, focusing on chillers to ensure peak performance and reliability.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on centrifugal, screw and scroll chillers in accordance with manufacturer guidelines
Conduct performance inspections, system diagnostics, and operational testing of chiller components including compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, VFD's and controls
Monitor chiller performance data and make adjustments to optimize efficiency, capacity, and reliability
Monitor water treatment reports to prevent scaling, corrosion, and biological growth in chiller and cooling tower systems
Keep accurate maintenance records, service logs, and equipment performance reports
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and refrigerant handling procedures (EPA Section 608)
Support seasonal start-up and shutdown procedures for chiller plants
Coordinate with contractors, facility engineers, and building management to schedule and execute repairs with minimal operational disruption
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school certification in HVAC/R
Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC service, with direct experience in chiller maintenance and repair
Experience with screw, and scroll chiller systems (e.g., Trane, York, Carrier, Daikin)
Experience in mechanical, electrical, and control troubleshooting
HVAC Mechanic in accordance with ACA 17-33-301
EPA Section 608 Universal License
Preferred
Five years of direct field experience in Chiller Maintenance and Repair
OEM factory training/certification from major manufacturers (Trane, Carrier, York, Daiken etc.)
OEM or factory authorized VFD training certifications
Company
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is a public two-year institution that serves and strengthens its surrounding communities in Benton and Washington counties by helping our students maximize their potential and exceed expectations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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