What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Journeyman - HVAC position at H.C. Blake Co., Inc.?
At H.C. Blake Co. Inc., we build things. We work with contractors to build hotels, schools, commercial buildings, medical facilities, and more specializing in new construction plumbing, heating and air, and electrical. Most tasks will be on new construction projects. The role requires that you meet the following physical requirements: being physically active for long periods of time, bending, lifting up to 40 lbs independently, kneeling, stretching, twisting, reaching, and working in indoor and outdoor settings. In your role, you will work with helpers, project managers, and general contractors to meet deadlines and construction standards.
Job Responsibilities:
- System Diagnostics: Use specialized tools like multimeters, pressure gauges, and leak detectors to identify electrical or mechanical failures in split systems, furnaces, and heat pumps.
- Installation & Retrofitting: Install new units, including setting condensers, wiring control boards, running copper refrigerant lines, and connecting ductwork transitions.
- Preventative Maintenance: Conduct seasonal tune-ups by cleaning evaporator and condenser coils, replacing filters, lubricating motors, and checking refrigerant levels.
- Complex Repairs: Replace critical components such as compressors, fan motors, blower wheels, and expansion valves.
- System Testing: Perform vacuum pulls on lines to remove moisture and recharge systems with refrigerant in strict accordance with EPA Section 608 regulations.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and building blueprints to plan installations and troubleshoot circuit issues.
- Confined Space Navigation: Work frequently in tight or uncomfortable areas, such as attics, crawl spaces, and mechanical closets.
- Heavy Lifting: Regularly lift and maneuver equipment or materials weighing up to 50–75 lbs.
- Extreme Conditions: Operate in varying weather, including high-heat outdoor environments or unconditioned buildings during peak Alabama summer and winter months.
Pre-employment screening may background checks, drug screens, and may also include certification/license verification and trade testing requirements as applicable. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of testing and screening.
We invite you to come experience the difference of H.C. Blake Co!
Our company offers great pay and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes health & wellness benefits, paid training & education, paid time off, paid holidays, and more!
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term disability after 90 days
- PTO after 1 year
- 401k with up to 3% company match after 1 year
- Monthly safety training
- Mon-Thurs 10 hour days
- Week off from Christmas to New Years
- Development Opportunity
H.C. Blake Co. Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. The Company will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Ability to Relocate:
- Huntsville, AL 35811: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,375 - $92,742