HVAC Mechanic

Job Summary:

The HVAC Mechanic will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of all types of HVAC equipment. They will be assigned a variety of work tickets. 

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Rate: $36.00 per hour

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs the maintenance, diagnostic testing, overhauling, installation, and effects repairs on a large variety of types of refrigeration, dehumidification, air-conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems equipment and controls
• Analyze, Plan, and Perform Preventive Maintenance of HVAC System throughout all buildings
• Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and cooling units.
• Diagnose and repair of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components of these systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant plumbing, electrical, safety and building codes.
• Ensure the proper working order of the major mechanical and electrical components of all Facilities.
• Maintain proper stock, parts, tools and safety equipment.
• Assemble and connect pipes and ducts used in piping refrigerants, steam, hot water, and warm or conditioned air.
• Overhaul and repair pumps, compressors, controls, piping ducts, and other equipment used in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Calibrate thermostats.
• Repair and maintain a variety of refrigeration unit systems.
• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions
• Troubleshoot, repair and make modifications to HVAC System
• Adhere to all city, state, and federal regulatory statues
• Maintain maintenance records as required by City, State, and Federal regulations
• Order and maintain parts needed to repair and maintain HVAC Equipment
• Properly maintain and safeguard assets
• Maintain safe chemical storage as deemed
• Attends all necessary training
• Other Duties as assigned

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• EPA Universal Certification
• Minimum 3 years previous experience as an HVAC Mechanic for large commercial, government, or industrial facilities
• Experience maintaining and repairing HVAC systems including but not limited to: chilled water systems; hot water systems; VAV systems; steam heating systems; air conditioning systems; Building Automation Control Systems. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance, upon hire
• Exceptional verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Proficiency in using Microsoft and email applications
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to effectively utilize available resources to maximize productivity
• Ability to read schematics and mechanical blueprints
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules

Experience that is a Bonus:

• Experience in Geothermal
•  Possession of one of the following certifications: North American Technician Excellence (NATE) HVACR Service Technician Certification; HVAC Excellence Professional Level Certification; US Star HVACR Mastery Certification

 Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
Working Environment:
Work takes place in a commercial facility with indoor/ outdoor exposure. Employee may be exposed to loud noises due to machinery or equipment.
Action Facilities Management, INC (AFM) - is a woman-owned small business and a minority business enterprise established in 2001 that provides services to government and commercial clients, currently in 11 states and the District of Columbia. AFM's core competencies are in the areas of Integrated Facilities Management such as Operations and Maintenance, Security Services, Janitorial Services, Emergency Management, and Administrative Support.

Salary : $32 - $36