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Join the Friedrich Team!

We're Hiring! Check out our open positions below.  All positions are located at our San Antonio office unless otherwise noted in the job description. All positions are regular full-time positions unless otherwise noted in the job description. We offer an attractive benefits package to all full-time employees. 

  • For immediate consideration, submit your resume online by clicking on the links found inside the job descriptions. 

  • A salary requirement or a salary history is required to be considered.

  • We promote a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - disabled, female, male, veterans

All positions remain open until a qualified applicant has been selected. It is not necessary to submit a further resume by email, regular mail, fax or in person. If there is an interest in your resume, you will be contacted by a Human Resources representative.

Thank you for your interest in Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. 

HVAC Lab Technician

POSITION:                 HVAC Lab Technician

REPORTS TO:            Engineering Lab Manager

  

Job Summary

The HVAC Lab Technician is a technically and mechanically-skilled individual capable of modifying and building prototype air conditioning test units and performing airflow, motor heat rise, sound and other product safety tests. Responsibilities also include conducting calorimetric and psychrometric tests on prototype and production air conditioners according to industry standards. The technician also must be capable of physically moving, lifting and manipulating air conditioning units in and out of test apparatuses and rooms. This position is for our second shift, hours are 3:00PM – 11:30PM.

 

Responsibilities (preferred but not required)

  • Proficiency with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and performing calculations,
  • Use of computers in testing and data acquisition,
  • Prepare and write test reports,
  • Superior critical thinking and problem solving skills,
  • Perform prototype unit build-up requiring brazing refrigeration copper tubing, plastic part modification and electrical wiring. 

Experience & Education Requirements

  • One to three years air conditioning experience, preferred
  • Basic knowledge of refrigeration systems, operation, testing, evacuation and refrigerant reclaim procedures,
  • Familiarity with computers, data collection, and report preparation is required,
  • Fundamentals of electricity, controls, instrumentation and safety,
  • Proficiency reading engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and performing calculations,
  • The ability to perform brazing, soldering, coil fabrication, tube bending, electrical wiring, part modification and prototype air conditioner construction,
  • Associates Degree, preferred; but, equivalent experience will be considered, and
  • The ability to work either shift, if needed.

 Personal Characteristics

  • Excellent communication skills,
  • Team player,
  • Desire and ability to take on new tasks/assignments.

 

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume, with the applicable job position as the subject line, by clicking here.

Regional Manager - West Coast

POSITION:          Regional Manager

REPORTS TO:     Director of Sales - Commercial/HVAC Division

Job Summary
The Regional Manager will lead the company’s sales efforts in the Commercial / HVAC division throughout the West Coast of the US, Hawaii, and Alaska. As well as the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta in Canada. This channel is primarily through HVAC distribution via Manufacturers Representatives. 


Key Duties / Responsibilities

  • Leverage your knowledge of the HVAC distribution channel to increase revenue, margin, and market share.
  • Work hand in hand with Manufacturer Representatives to increase the penetration of Friedrich products in existing and new distributors.
  • Establish business plans to drive growth with each distributor customer, including sales strategies, forecasts, marketing and training.
  • Focus on account management by providing channel insights that contribute to the sell-through forecast process by developing an intimate understanding of your customers’ business.
  • Seek opportunities to maximize Friedrich’s position in the market by building relationships with new partners – both Manufacturer Reps and Distributors – as well as identifying new / different channels in which to grow.
  • Partnership – work closely with other departments within Friedrich to ensure we are easy to do business with for our customers. Departments such as, but not limited to: Marketing, Credit, Finance, SIOP, Product Management, Technical Support, and Engineering.
  • Provide base level technical assistance when needed for customers.
  • Contribute to the development of sales training and conduct sales training for customers.
  • Travel up to 65% as needed.


Experience & Education Required

  • 10+ years Business and / or Market Development in a related industry.
  • 5+ years working with Regional Distributors.
  • 5+ years working with Manufacturers Reps.
  • Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically.
  • Drive to outperform the norm and establish self as a leader.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Desire and ability to represent the Company in a professional manner always.



For immediate consideration, please submit your resume, with the applicable job position as the subject line, by clicking here.