Chilldyne General Manager

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Chilldyne is seeking an experienced, dynamic General Manager to drive strategic growth and scale operational capability in the rapidly growing data center market. The GM role is focused on leading a successful startup into growth phase with the financial support of the new parent company (Daikin Applied). You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Chilldyne and Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Chilldyne is a successful startup based in Southern California recently acquired by competitive global HVAC equipment and solutions provider, Daikin Applied. The current team of 20 employees is both innovative and passionate about developing cutting-edge cooling technologies that reduce environmental impact and improve operational performance.

Location: Remote - California

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the company’s operations including product development, sales, finance and team leadership

• Develop and maintain direct relationships with customers with demonstrated respect and responsiveness to the voice of customers

• Develop and execute business strategies aligned with company goals and market opportunities

• Develop and execute operational strategies, processes and best practices to support business growth, effectiveness, and competitiveness

• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and innovation

• Own overall P&L accountability for the business, ensuring delivery of monthly and annual financial commitments while also focusing on sustainable growth

• Drive business development strategies, cultivate strategic partnerships, and expand market presence

• Leverage parent company and external opportunities to drive sales growth

• communicate complex challenges, processes and solutions to a broad audience including both technical and non-technical leaders and stakeholders

• Oversee customer communications, maintaining a relentless focus on delivery, quality and cost

• Maintain strong professional relationships both within and outside of the organization

• Build collaborative relationships with leaders to ensure strategic alignment

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business required, Master’s degree in business preferred

• Commercial building/data center industry experience

• 7+ years’ experience in key leadership role(s)

• Track record of success impacting strong financial and market share outcomes through effective strategy, coordination and execution

• Demonstrated success at leading start up business through effective, sustainable rapid growth to deliver superior sales and customer satisfaction results

• Preferred background in data center infrastructure, HVAC, and/or cooling technologies

• Ability to maintain strong professional relationships both within and outside of the organization

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance  

• 401K retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and company paid holidays

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $162,500 to $285,800 plus a targeted incentive plan in California. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.