HVAC Maintenance Specialist

Job Title: HVAC Maintenance SpecialistLocation: Gibsonton, FLDuration: 06+ Months (Contract/Temp with the possibility of extension)Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM)Pay Range: $35/hour W2Job Description:We are seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Specialist to support operations at a high-tech manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting large commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including rooftop units, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, pumps, and HVAC control systems.This is a hands-on maintenance role requiring strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a safety-focused manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:Diagnose, repair, and maintain large rooftop HVAC units, including 40-ton+ systems, compressors, economizers, VFDs, and control systems.Troubleshoot and maintain chillers, chilled-water systems, pumps, air handlers, coils, valves, and cooling towers.Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC and mechanical equipment.Use gauges, multimeters, meters, and other diagnostic equipment to test system performance.Troubleshoot electrical and control issues using electrical schematics and technical documentation.Perform refrigerant recovery, charging, leak detection, and required compliance documentation.Inspect and maintain rooftop curbs, ductwork, and mechanical penetration seals.Monitor equipment performance and identify potential failures before they occur.Recommend corrective actions, repairs, and equipment improvements.Support root-cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, equipment logs, and documentation within CMMS or digital maintenance systems.Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliable facility operations.Required Qualifications:Minimum 5 years of hands-on commercial or industrial HVAC experience.Florida Class A HVAC License/Certification required.Experience maintaining and troubleshooting large rooftop HVAC units (40+ tons).Hands-on experience with chillers and chilled-water systems.Strong knowledge of compressors, pumps, AHUs, coils, valves, cooling towers, VFDs, and HVAC controls.Strong ability to read and troubleshoot electrical schematics.Experience with electrical, mechanical, and automation troubleshooting.Proficiency using multimeters, gauges, and other HVAC diagnostic tools.Experience with refrigerant recovery, charging, and leak detection.Familiarity with temperature and humidity control systems.Experience using CMMS or digital maintenance systems.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.Ability to plan, organize, and complete maintenance tasks on schedule.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Preferred Qualifications:Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial facility.Experience with AAON or Trane HVAC equipment.Experience with HVAC automation and control systems.Experience with root-cause analysis and equipment reliability improvement.Experience supporting high-precision or process-critical manufacturing environments.