HVAC Technician – Mission Critical

Location: Baltimore, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mission-Critical Facilities (Data Centers, Pharma, Hospitals, Laboratories)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Technician with a strong background in cooling towers and mission-critical environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing HVAC systems to ensure continuous uptime and performance in environments where reliability and precision are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems, with emphasis on cooling towers, chillers, AHUs, CRAC/CRAH units, and hydronic systems.

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure maximum system efficiency and compliance with mission-critical uptime standards (Tier III/Tier IV facilities).

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with HVAC controls, pumps, valves, and water treatment systems.

• Monitor and adjust system performance to maintain environmental conditions within strict tolerances.

• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to ensure compliance with design and safety specifications.

• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to support 24/7 mission-critical environments.

• Maintain accurate records of service logs, inspections, and corrective actions.

• Adhere to OSHA, ASHRAE, and EPA standards, ensuring safe operation and regulatory compliance.

• Support emergency response for HVAC-related system failures.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in HVAC maintenance and repair, with specific expertise in cooling tower systems.

• Prior experience working in mission-critical environments (data centers, pharmaceutical facilities, hospitals, or similar).

• Strong knowledge of HVAC/DDC/BMS control systems.

• Familiarity with water treatment programs for cooling towers.

• EPA 608 Universal Certification (required).

• Journeyman HVAC License (preferred).

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and time management skills.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where uptime is critical.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with energy management systems and advanced building automation.

• Knowledge of chilled water distribution and hydronic balancing.

• Background in industrial safety practices, including lockout/tagout and confined space.

• Strong communication skills to interface with clients, engineers, and facilities staff.

What We Offer

• Benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k).

• Training and development in mission-critical operations.

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