Traveling HVAC Data Center Chiller Technician – Journeyman

Carrier

Traveling HVAC Journeyman Technician ensuring customer comfort at Carrier. Responsible for installations, repairs, and maintenance for Data Center cooling systems.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $38 - $76 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in HVAC systems, particularly in Centrifugal Chillers, with a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and customer relationship management. Proficient in troubleshooting, maintenance, and startup of mechanical and electrical systems in data center environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years HVAC ExperienceCentrifugal Chillers ExpertiseEPA Universal CertificationBuilding Automation Controls KnowledgeData Center Experience

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingDiagnostic TestingMechanical MaintenanceElectrical MaintenanceSafety TrainingBlueprint InterpretationHVAC System CommissioningAir-Side Systems KnowledgeWater-Side Systems KnowledgeSteam Turbines Experience

Soft Skills

Customer Relationship ManagementProblem SolvingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Carrier ChillersTrane ChillersDaiken Chillers19XR Chillers30CF ChillersCDU Chillers

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GEDValid Driver’s LicenseOSHA 30 Certification (Valued)

Industry Keywords

HVAC IndustryData CentersRegulatory RequirementsSafety MeasuresMechanical Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Travel to different Data Center Sites long-term rotational travel schedule (4 weeks traveling / 1 week off)
Participate in startup and commissioning of new units, applying expertise to support a state-of-the-art facility.
Perform diagnostic tests, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical malfunctions, and execute regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and cooling units.
Review and interpret regulatory requirements and technical documents, including blueprints and diagrams.
Cultivate strong customer relationships and ensure timely escalation of issues for resolution when necessary.
Prioritize safety by adhering to licensing requirements, operating equipment safely, recognizing HVAC-related hazards, completing safety training, and implementing effective safety measures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years practical working experience in the HVAC Industry
3+ years working on Centrifugal Chillers
Ability to Push / Pull / Lift 50lbs
EPA Universal
Must be able to stand, crawl, sit, squat of extended period of time, climb a ladder, and the ability to work on rooftop
High School Diploma/GED
Possess and maintain valid and current Driver’s License and be insurable by the company’s insurance carrier
Valued, but not required: OSHA 30 Certification
Experience on Carrier, Trane and Daiken Air Cooled and Water-Cooled Centrifugal Chillers
Basic understanding of building automation controls (BOMAC)
Experience with data centers
Experience with Steam Turbines
Strong working knowledge of: 19XR, 30CF, and CDU chillers
Air-side systems (constant volume, VAV)
Water-side systems (hot water, chilled water, condenser water)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid travel time after the first hour and on-call schedule for better work-life balance (rotations every 7-8 weeks in most locations)
Company provided vehicle with gas cards
All necessary tools provided
Comprehensive Protection: Steel-toed boots, Carrier-branded uniforms with FR protection, HVAC gloves, hard hats, and face shields
Enhanced Eye Safety: Standard safety goggles provided, with an option for prescription eyewear if needed
Advanced Safety Support: Fall protection provided where required, plus respirators and earplugs as needed
Medical insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation, holidays, and other time off (under union agreements)