HVAC Service Technician

Senior HVAC Service Technician

Swift Air Mechanical specializes in Commercial and Residential HVAC Services and is located on the Northeast side of Indianapolis, Indiana. We are adding a Sr HVAC Service Technician to our growing team! If you are looking to join a fast-growing, dynamic organization that offers career growth potential, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial HVAC Service Technician with advanced skills in control wiring, building automation interfaces, and air balancing. This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, commissioning, and optimizing commercial HVAC systems while serving as a subject-matter expert to junior technicians and clients. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional technical proficiency, clean and accurate wiring practices, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a deep understanding of airflow dynamics in commercial environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Service, Diagnostics & Repair

• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on commercial HVAC equipment including RTUs, split systems, VRF/VRV systems, heat pumps, boilers, air handlers, VAV systems, exhaust systems, and energy recovery units.
• Conduct advanced diagnostics on electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical components.
• Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and sequence-of-operation documentation.
• Ensure all work meets local codes, safety regulations, and manufacturer specifications.

Control Wiring & Building Automation

• Install, repair, and commission control wiring, sensors, actuators, relays, and low-voltage circuits.
• Interface with Building Automation Systems (BAS), including troubleshooting communication issues and verifying proper sequence of operations.
• Identify control failures, incorrect wiring, or programming issues affecting system performance.
• Provide recommendations for controls upgrades, retrofits, and energy-efficiency improvements.

Air Balance & System Optimization

• Conduct airflow testing, adjustments, and balancing for commercial HVAC systems.
• Verify proper operation of VAV boxes, static pressure controls, economizers, and ventilation systems.
• Utilize airflow measurement tools (manometers, flow hoods, anemometers) to achieve design specifications.
• Document air balance findings and recommend system improvements for comfort, efficiency, and code compliance.

Leadership & Customer Interaction

• Mentor junior technicians on best practices in control wiring, system diagnostics, and air balancing.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to facility managers, contractors, and building owners.
• Prepare accurate service reports, recommendations, and follow-up actions.
• Represent the company with professionalism, reliability, and a customer-first approach.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 7+ years of commercial HVAC service experience.
• Strong expertise in control wiring, low-voltage circuits, and control logic.
• Demonstrated proficiency in commercial air balancing.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, control diagrams, and airflow specifications.
• EPA 608 Certification (Type II or Universal).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to interface with clients and effectively communicate service/project outcomes and recommendations.
• Applicants must have a current driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record, must be insurable to drive to and from assigned jobs.

Preferred:

• Certification from NEBB, TAB, TABB, or related air balancing organizations.
• Experience with common BAS platforms (e.g., Trane, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Carrier).
• OSHA 10/30 safety certification.
• Associates degree or technical schooling in HVAC, controls, electronics, or a related field.