Air Compressor Technician

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Air Compressor Tech to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of compressed air, vacuum, and refrigeration-based systems in industrial and commercial environments.

This role requires strong electrical and mechanical fundamentals, the ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation, and the professionalism to operate independently while representing the company on customer sites.

This technician plays a critical role in ensuring system reliability, safety, and quality standards are consistently met while supporting customer operations through effective diagnostics and clear communication.

Core Technical Duties & Expectations

a) Compressed Air, Vacuum, and Refrigeration Knowledge

i) Strong working understanding of compressed air theory and industrial applications.

ii) Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on compressed air systems, rotary screw and reciprocating compressors, vacuum equipment, and refrigerant-based air dryers

iii)Experience servicing reciprocating compressors, rotary screw compressors, vacuum pumps, and air treatment equipment

iv)Refrigeration system knowledge, including refrigerant-based air dryers and related cooling systems

v)Understanding of refrigeration cycles, heat transfer, and system performance

vi) Execute preventive maintenance and corrective repairs to support operational uptime

vii) Support team coordination in the field when working alongside other technicians or dispatch

Technical and Professional Expectation

I) Service and repair of mechanical and electrical components on reciprocating compressors

ii) Preventive maintenance and repair of rotary screw compressors, including filtration and air-oil separation systems

iii) Working knowledge of refrigeration components such as compressors, condensers, evaporators, expansion devices, pressure switches, and fans

iv) Ability to diagnose electrical systems including contactors, overloads, fuses, motors, sensors, and controls

v) Navigate controllers, alarms, and fault codes across multiple equipment brands

vi) Exposure to VFDs and variable-speed systems preferred

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

i) Diagnose operational issues including high discharge temperatures, loss of capacity, abnormal pressures, airflow restrictions, and electrical faults

ii) Troubleshoot refrigeration-related faults such as refrigerant loss, fan failures, clogged condensers, faulty pressure switches, and cooling performance issues

iii) Perform intermediate diagnostics on dryers, rotary screw compressors, and vacuum systems

iv) Assist with or perform repairs and component replacements as experience allows

Safety and Compliance

i) Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration safety practices

ii) Consistent use of lockout, depressurization, and refrigerant handling procedures

iii) Awareness of on-site hazards and environmental considerations

iv) Compliance with EPA and refrigerant handling regulations preferred

Customer Interaction and Professionalism

i) Act as a professional on-site representative

ii) Clearly explain findings, repairs, and recommendations to customers

iii) Review service documentation with customers when appropriate

iv) Maintain professional on-site behavior and communication with internal staff and company leadership.

Documentation and Tools

i) Accurate and timely service documentation and reporting

ii) Proficiency or ability to quickly become proficient with ServiceTitan and/or similar platforms we may use.

iii) Maintain and build a technician tool set suitable for mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration service

iv) Keep work areas, service vehicles, and tools organized and job-ready

Evaluation and Accountability

i) Performance assessed through hands-on diagnostics, job quality, safety adherence, and customer feedback

ii) Ongoing feedback from senior technicians and management

Ideal Background & Preferred Qualifications

i) Prior experience in compressed air, refrigeration, vacuum, or industrial mechanical service environments.

ii) EPA Section 608 certification preferred?

iii) Mechanical or electrical training, trade school, or equivalent field experience

iv) Strong troubleshooting skills and comfort working independently. Ability to troubleshoot independently while collaborating effectively with team members

v) Customer support experience in a technical or field service role

What We Offer

i) Aggressive Pay & Promotion opportunities

ii) Ongoing skill development opportunities

iii) Consistent service work across compressed air, vacuum, and refrigeration systems

iv) Clear expectations, coaching, accountability

v) Supportive technical leadership and peer expertise

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• have you worked in INDUSTRIAL compressed air, vacuum, and/or refrigeration-based systems in industrial and commercial environments?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Industrial Air Compressor : 1 year (Required)

Location:

• San Diego, CA (Required)

Work Location: On the road