HVAC Maintenance Technician

North Chicago, IL 60088

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Other Professional Job Number: 42346220 Compensation: $40-45 / hour

Job Description

Job Title:  HVAC Maintenance Technician
Location:  North Chicago, IL
Hire Type:  Contract, Onsite
Target Pay Range: $40.00 - $45.00/hour (W2 with full employee benefits)

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary:
Maintain and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems, specializing in centrifugal, screw, and positive displacement compressors within a manufacturing environment.

Job Duties:
  • Service, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems and chillers.
  • Analyze electrical diagrams and work with voltages (24Vac, 120Vac, 460Vac).
  • Install, maintain, and repair walk-in coolers/freezers, ensuring proper temperature regulation.
  • Perform advanced calculations (e.g., superheat, subcooling) to optimize system efficiency.
  • Operate and troubleshoot Beacon 2 and IntelliGen controllers.
  • Contribute to maintenance planning, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
  • Train others in advanced HVAC/R tasks and ensure compliance with safety and GMP standards.
  • Work with BAS/I/O systems, including sensors, actuators, valves, and controllers.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED (10+ years of experience), Relevant Certificate (5+ years), or Associate’s Degree (3+ years).
  • Proficiency in HVAC systems, cryogenics (-80°C), and water hydraulics/pumps.
  • Universal EPA certification and familiarity with HVAC/R validation/commissioning.
  • Advanced knowledge of diagnostic, machine, and predictive tools.
  • Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • CMRT certification and Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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