**Make an Impact Where Performance Meets Innovation**
**Location:** Charlotte, NC | **Pay Rate:** $32.50/hour | **Schedule:** Full Time (Schedule TBD)
**PDS Tech Commercial** is partnering with a leading HVAC manufacturer to find an experienced and dependable **Staff Run Technician** to support advanced engineering laboratories. In this hands-on role, you'll be at the heart of product testing and validation-running high-efficiency chiller operations that directly influence next-generation HVAC solutions used around the world.
If you thrive in a technical lab environment, love solving complex system challenges, and take pride in precision, safety, and performance, this role puts your expertise to work where it truly matters.
**What You'll Do - Day to Day**
**Chiller Testing & High-Efficiency Operations**
+ Execute performance testing on **water-cooled and air-cooled commercial chillers**
+ Set up and configure lab test environments, including loop configurations (single/double loop)
+ Independently operate, tune, and troubleshoot chillers to achieve optimal efficiency
+ Drive test cycles, analyze loop stability, and ensure accurate results
**Technical Execution & Troubleshooting**
+ Operate, inspect, and maintain chillers, boilers, valves, VFDs, power management systems, and lab equipment
+ Calibrate instruments measuring **pressure, temperature, flow, and electrical parameters**
+ Select, connect, and troubleshoot **electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems**
+ Work safely with **460V 3-phase equipment** , refrigerants, and HVAC systems
**Lab Safety, Reliability & Uptime**
+ Champion lab safety, 5S practices, and corporate EHS policies
+ Support lab uptime through preventive maintenance and rapid issue reporting
+ Identify and report instrument or system failures before they impact schedules
**Collaboration, Reporting & Continuous Improvement**
+ Collect and report test status, KPIs, and technical issues with transparency
+ Apply and teach measurement techniques and system troubleshooting
+ Write clear, accurate test reports
+ Coach team members and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve issues proactively
**Required Qualifications**
+ Technical/Business School Certificate, Skilled Trades Apprenticeship, **or** High School Diploma/GED
+ **5+ years of experience** in:
+ Chiller/HVAC operations **or**
+ Engineering laboratory work with mechanical and electrical machinery
+ Proven ability to independently run chillers, tune loops, and report test results
+ Strong hands-on experience with hand and pneumatic tools, precision measurement instruments, and advanced shop math
+ EPA refrigerant handling certification (or ability to obtain)
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Associate's Degree (AS or AAS) in a related technical field
+ Technical expertise in **HVAC design and components**
+ Strong understanding of **closed-loop control systems and loop stability**
+ Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, schematics, and blueprints
+ Experience with **medium-voltage operations** , including arc flash and lockout/tagout procedures
**Work Environment**
+ Hands-on lab role with frequent standing, climbing, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
+ Work around moving mechanical equipment, refrigerants, compressed gases, and temperature variations
+ Occasional after-hours or weekend work to support critical testing or maintenance
**Ready to Put Your Expertise to Work?**
If you're a skilled HVAC lab professional who takes pride in precision, safety, and performance-and you want to be part of engineering work that shapes the future of commercial HVAC-we want to hear from you.
**Apply today and help drive innovation from the lab to the real world.**
**Pay Details:** $32.50 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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