About the Role
As an HVAC Technician on our Production and Assembly Line, you will play a key role in integrating, testing, and assembling high-end HVAC and thermal management components into Torus energy systems. You will focus on complex technical assembly tasks, refrigerant charging and recovery, precision testing, and maintenance of specialized manufacturing and facility climate equipment. Your technical expertise will ensure our energy infrastructure units meet rigorous quality, efficiency, and safety standards before leaving the production line.
Who You Are
- You take pride in precision craftsmanship and high technical standards on the manufacturing line.
- You bring a safety-first mindset and strictly follow environmental and mechanical regulations (EPA/OSHA).
- You are a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative production environment.
- You take full accountability for product quality, technical accuracy, and team success.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC systems including rooftop units, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and building automation controls.
- Perform preventive maintenance, refrigerant recovery, and system diagnostics while ensuring compliance with EPA, OSHA, and local mechanical codes.
- Safely handle, test, charge, and recover refrigerants and high-end cooling equipment on the assembly line and facility operations.
- Read blueprints, wiring schematics, and equipment manuals to diagnose issues with commercially purchased and custom HVAC equipment.
- Communicate professionally with facility managers, production supervisors, and clients on-site, providing recommendations for repairs, replacements, and energy-efficiency improvements.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Experience
- EPA 608 Certification (Universal preferred / required for refrigerant handling).
- Proven experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial HVAC systems (chillers, boilers, rooftop units, cooling towers, building automation).
- Demonstrated expertise in refrigerant recovery, charging, system diagnostics, and compliance with EPA, OSHA, and local mechanical codes.
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, wiring schematics, piping diagrams, and technical equipment manuals.
- Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or assembly line environment.
- Familiarity with industrial cooling, thermal management, or liquid-cooling integration for energy storage systems.
Additional Details
Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.
Location + Travel The role is based in our Salt Lake Headquarters, GigaOne. May require occasional onsite work in our South Salt Lake R&D warehouse.
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly - 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday-Friday
Compensation $35/DOE (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)
Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.
Physical Requirements
- Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
- Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
- Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
- Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.
Our Perks & Benefits
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.
Financial
- Employee Rewards Package including equity
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
- Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance
Health & Wellness
- Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
- Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.
Time Off
- 10 days annual PTO
- 10 paid company holidays
- Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave
Culture & Community
- Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
- Team members receive Torus branded gear
- Peer Recognition Program
- Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.
Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
