Senior HVAC Technician

Tidewater, Inc. is seeking a Senior HVAC Technician based out of Columbus, OH to support facility operations and maintenance across a multi-state portfolio of federal facilities. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC systems at multiple sites, ensuring equipment meets operational, safety, and environmental standards for federal workplaces throughout the assigned region.

Founded in 1983 in Baltimore, Maryland, Tidewater has grown from a small environmental services firm into a nationally recognized business delivering integrated Environmental, Construction, and Facilities solutions for Federal, State, Municipal, and Commercial clients across the United States and abroad. Headquartered today in Elkridge, Maryland, Tidewater employs more than 150 professionals, holds over 75 prime contracts, and executes approximately 1,000 projects each year.

Our portfolio of projects covers the U.S. and over 200 other countries.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, maintain, and service commercial/industrial HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, rooftop units, air handlers, and controls Perform advanced troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across multiple facilities within the assigned region Travel extensively (often multi-day) to federal facilities across the region Prioritize and manage a multi-site work order queue, balancing routine PM schedules with emergency repairs Inspect and calibrate thermostats, controls, and building automation systems at each site Maintain compliance with EPA refrigerant handling regulations (Section 608 certification required) Document maintenance activities and service history in a CMMS or facility management system for each facility visited Coordinate with management and facility staff across the region on capital repair or replacement recommendations Work independently while following safety standards and documenting service work Maintain and stock a service vehicle with tools, parts, and equipment needed for multi-site travel Mentor junior or site-based technicians as needed Requirements 5+ years of HVAC/HVACR experience with proven work on commercial and industrial systems Current EPA Section 608 Universal Certification Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent trade certification preferred Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently Willingness and ability to travel extensively and obtain required federal facility access credentials Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Ability to meet physical demands of the job (lifting, climbing, working in varied conditions) Preferred NATE certification or manufacturer training Experience with building automation or advanced controls Prior work on federal, large institutional, or health care facilities