What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC II position at HENSEL PHELPS?
About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The HVAC Technician II leads and performs the installation, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of HVAC and plumbing systems in healthcare, laboratory, and research environments. This multi-skilled technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation and performance of critical mechanical systems and equipment that support facility operations.
Key Responsibilities
Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our fulltime employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
/ #BethesdaMD #HVACTechnician #HVAC #MechanicalSystem #HeatingCooling #Healthcare #Research #PreventativeMaintenance #Technician
At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The HVAC Technician II leads and performs the installation, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of HVAC and plumbing systems in healthcare, laboratory, and research environments. This multi-skilled technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation and performance of critical mechanical systems and equipment that support facility operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair critical building systems, including water, air, environmental controls, power distribution, UPS/battery storage, emergency generators, automatic transfer switches, and photovoltaic systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance, equipment installations, wiring upgrades, and electrical/mechanical repairs using schematics, ladder logic, and technical diagrams.
- Diagnose and replace motors, starters, relays, limit switches, fuses, control components, wiring, and other electrical devices while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local codes.
- Make sound repair decisions, recommend improvements to safety, tools, materials, and work methods, and assist with training personnel.
- Must be available to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Three (3) years HVAC experience.
- Hold a Refrigeration System Operating Engineer Certification, EPA I, II, or III, NATE certification.
- Ability to read, understand and communicate instructions
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
- Basic computer skills such as internet, email, electronic manual, etc.
- Ability to learn additional programs quickly
- Valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications for sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, EPS and boiler systems.
- Prior work experience in a commercial setting.
Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
- Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
- Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.
- Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
- Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
- Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
- Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
- Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
- Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
- Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
- Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.
- Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our fulltime employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
/ #BethesdaMD #HVACTechnician #HVAC #MechanicalSystem #HeatingCooling #Healthcare #Research #PreventativeMaintenance #Technician