Chiller Mechanic

Job Title: Chiller Operator and Steam Mechanics Needed

Job Description

The Chiller Operator is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of University Centrifugal Chillers and other related equipment. This role ensures compliance with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and National Fire Protection Association codes and standards, while also monitoring and troubleshooting the chiller management system to serve the campus effectively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and help troubleshoot the chiller management system controlling chilled water equipment.
• Support the monitoring and maintenance of cooling tower water treatment controllers and associated equipment.
• Perform daily rounds to inspect chiller equipment.
• Support the sampling and testing of chemicals to maintain correct water chemistry for systems.
• Work safely in accordance with OSHA standards and other federal regulations.
• Complete preventative maintenance orders, work orders, and document work performed.
• Communicate orally and in writing with department personnel and management to support chiller plant operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Perform related responsibilities such as equipment validation and utilities management.

Essential Skills

• Five years of experience in Chiller Operation or industrial HVAC maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience operating HVAC equipment.
• Graduation from an accredited HVAC technical school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and bend, stoop, and twist.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Experience in extreme weather conditions and high noise areas.

Why Work Here?

Join one of the leading and largest employers in Atlanta, GA, known for being a great employer and a staple in the community. Enjoy holiday and vacation pay while on contract, with the potential for permanent placement. Benefit from up to 16 paid holidays, 11 paid vacation days in the first year as a permanent employee, and a 9% 403(b) match. Access affordable health benefits, retirement benefits, savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Work Environment

Work involves facilities operations at a college university, both indoors and outdoors, including extreme weather conditions and high noise areas. The environment includes nearly 200 buildings split into 7 zones, each managed by a zone supervisor. The role includes some heights and public buildings, and does not involve private living areas. Chiller Operators will work a swing shift schedule, including day, evening, and night shifts.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.