Maintenance Mechanic - HVAC

The Maintenance Mechanic/ HVAC is responsible for the safe and efficient operations and maintenance of all equipment at the facility.

Shift: 10:00am - 7:00pm, Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: $41.19 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 within critically controlled environmental installations.
• Performs preventative maintenance functions which include, but are not limited to: changing filters; cleaning cooling towers, cleaning heating and cooling coils, repairing leaks, gates, motors, hydraulics, pumps, valves, etc.
• Functions independently and/or in teams. Relied upon to make decisions and sound recommendations concerning operations and maintenance.
• Performs a wide variety of building maintenance tasks, which must be performed to proficiency including, but not limited to: installing lock sets, electronics strikes, patching and painting walls, running conduit for new electrical circuits, troubleshooting ballasts, installing drop ceilings, adjustments and repairs to HVAC and Electrical systems.
• Cuts and threads pipe, 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.
• Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source.
• Injects refrigerant into compressor to test systems and adds Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure.
• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.
• Tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges, electronic leak detector, and electronic micron gauge or soap-and-water solution.
• 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. Installs, repairs, and services all types of HVAC equipment.
• Responds to plumbing, electrical and HVAC emergencies.
Other Duties as assigned

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• EPA Universal, preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial maintenance experience
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to communicate with a variety of coworkers and government stakeholders
• Knowledge of computers and basic computer applications
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
• Ability to effectively complete tasks in a team setting or independently

Equipment Used and Working Environment:

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Hand tools and power tools related to HVAC maintenance and repair, test equipment, and safety gear
• While performing the duties of this, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or stoop or long periods of time.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to use arms, hands, and fingers to reach, handle, and feel.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Must have suitable endurance to do physical labor for long periods of time.
• Once certified, must be willing to work in confined spaces.

Action Facilities Management (AFM) - is a woman-owned small business and a minority business enterprise that was established in 2001 to provide services to government and commercial clients. Our areas of expertise are in integrated facilities services such as Operations and Maintenance; Administrative Support; Janitorial Support, Security; and Emergency Services.