HVAC Mechanic

HVAC Mechanic

Job ID: PFO0005U8

Location: Silverdale, Washington, United States

Employment Type: Full time

Summary/General Description Of Job: The HVAC/R Mechanic installs, services and repairs heating and air conditioning systems in various establishments.

Essential Duties & Job Functions:

• Installs, services and repairs environmental-control systems in residences, laboratory spaces, living quarters, galleys, office buildings and commercial establishments, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout.
• Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications.
• Fabricates, assembles and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment.
• Installs evaporator unit in chassis or in airduct system, using hand tools.
• Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools.
• Cuts and threads pipes, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment.
• Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant.
• Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit.
• Connects motors, compressors, temperature control panels and connects control panels to power source.
• Installs air and water filters in completed installation.
• Injects small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems and adds refrigerant gas to build up prescribed operating pressure.
• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.
• Starts units and adjusts for proper cut-in and cut-out of refrigeration, air conditioning, humidifiers, heaters, air cleaners, and circulating pumps.
• Adjusts systems for optimum performance.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs refrigeration, air conditioning, gas and hydronic heating, DDS systems through periodic maintenance checking, and from trouble desk reports.
• Tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges or electronic detection.
• Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands.
• Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using electrician's hand tools and test equipment.
• May install, repair and service air conditioners, ranging from one quarter to three hundred- and eighty-five-tons cooling capacity, in large and small buildings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned May perform work in other classifications when incidental work is necessary to the accomplishment of the work assignment.
• Significant work in another job classification may be required if accompanied by any wage adjustments applicable.

Accountable For:

• The proper use of tools and equipment commonly used in the HVAC field.
• Completing all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
• Timely and cost-effective performance of duties.
• Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work.
• Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices.
• Compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Personnel policies and procedures.
• Having the ability to work well under pressure.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Professional Associations):

• Mandatory:
• Four years' experience in HVAC/R mechanical and machine equipment repair.
• Must show evidence of successful completion at two vocational education training courses in the areas of refrigeration, air conditioning and controls (i.e. Voc. Tech., community college, military or reputable correspondence).
• Knowledge of the use of specialized tools to perform HVAC/R repair functions.
• Knowledge to troubleshoot equipment.
• Must have and maintain hand tools of the trade to perform the normal work of the classifications.
• Must possess Class 1 & 2 (and Universal if required) licensing for refrigerant certification.
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems (HVAC PRO) desirable.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State issued driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully pass any background checks and/or drug testing required on the contract.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Must meet and maintain company physical and security requirements, including respirator qualification, and clearance eligibility when required.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must possess good communication skills for a service team environment

Wages: $48.31 per hour. Competitive pay and top-shelf benefits package supporting our national defense. Our facilities team serves a diverse range of high-value national strategic missions. Benefits package with United Steelworkers which can exceed $10/hour, includes:

• Paid vacation. Two weeks at one year, grows to three weeks after five years and four weeks after ten years.
• Personal Leave 1 hour of paid Personal/Sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked.
• Pension and 401K
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays