Cushman & Wakefield

Mobile Industrial HVAC Mechanic

6400 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA

Full-time · $38.62–$45.44/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026

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Job Title

Mobile Industrial HVAC Mechanic

Job Description Summary

C&W Services is seeking a skilled and customer-focused Mobile Industrial HVAC Technician to provide preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation services for HVAC and related mechanical systems across multiple client locations. This position is part of a mobile maintenance team responsible for supporting industrial and manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong HVAC technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering exceptional service and maintaining safe work practices.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Travel to multiple client locations to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of HVAC and mechanical systems in industrial environments.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, air handlers, exhaust systems, split systems, package units, and associated controls.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control-related issues affecting HVAC system performance.
Service and maintain refrigeration components, compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, motors, fans, and related equipment.
Test and verify proper operation of HVAC systems using gauges, meters, and diagnostic tools.
Perform equipment startups, system adjustments, and commissioning activities as required.
Monitor and adjust building environmental conditions in support of manufacturing and operational requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and equipment manuals.
Complete service reports, maintenance records, and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Identify equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective actions or capital improvements.
Ensure all work is completed in compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable safety regulations.
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other safety procedures as required.
Maintain professional communication with clients, facility personnel, and management.
Support emergency service calls, after-hours work, overtime, and on-call responsibilities as required.
Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in a safe and professional manner.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational HVAC training preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience in industrial, manufacturing, commercial, or distribution environments.
Strong knowledge of:
- Commercial and industrial HVAC systems
- HVAC electrical and control systems
- Refrigeration cycle fundamentals
- Motors, pumps, fans, and mechanical equipment
- Building automation and HVAC control systems
Ability to troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and control-related issues independently.
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
Proficiency using HVAC diagnostic and testing equipment.
EPA Section 608 Certification required.
Working knowledge of safety regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and industry best practices.
Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and manage service calls across multiple client locations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work including climbing ladders, working at heights, and accessing mechanical spaces.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel locally between customer sites on a daily basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent certification where applicable.
Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, food processing, or industrial facilities.
Experience troubleshooting Building Automation Systems (BAS), Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and energy management systems.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Universal refrigeration certification and advanced HVAC controls experience.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $38.62 - $45.44

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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