Hvac/R Technician at SMSI – Springfield, Missouri

JUMPSTART, GROW, AND THRIVE IN YOUR CAREER WITH SMSI!

At SMSI, we invest in our people. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and a supportive, family-oriented culture, we’re always looking for individuals who are motivated to grow. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service while embracing challenges and recognizing hard work, attention to detail, and professionalism.

This position will be based in one of our Springfield facilities.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• PTO

$26 - $40 hourly DOE

• Diagnose and resolve issues with existing HVAC systems and equipment
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and efficient system operation
• Adhere to all company policies and industry safety standards
• Carry out preventive maintenance, repairs, and system calibrations on-site
• Apply technical knowledge and experience to determine service needs
• Maintain inventory of necessary tools, parts, and materials
• Identify and troubleshoot problems within current HVAC systems
• Ensure systems operate at peak performance through regular inspections
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergency repair situations
• Leverage expertise in system operations and maintenance to support service decisions
• This position is safety sensitive

Cross-Role Expectations

• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting abilities with a focus on long-term solutions
• Ability to operate within a dispatcher-led, priority-based workflow
• Comfortable managing work orders, documentation, and shift transitions
• Commitment to safety practices (LOTO, hot work, confined space as applicable)
• Collaborative mindset when working with Operations, Engineering, and Reliability teams

• 5+ years of industrial HVAC experience (manufacturing or heavy commercial preferred)
• Proficient in troubleshooting rooftop units, makeup air units, and exhaust systems
• Working knowledge of chilled water and hot water systems (basic to intermediate)
• Familiarity with air dryers and compressed air systems
• EPA 608 Certification (Universal preferred)
• Ability to diagnose airflow issues, temperature imbalances, and humidity concerns
• Comfortable working at heights using lifts and man-lifts

Preferred Skills:

• Basic understanding of controls and building automation systems (BAS)
• Experience with VFDs, including interaction and diagnostics
• Background in high-heat industrial manufacturing environments
• Experience performing preventive maintenance programs

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.