HVAC Mechanic

HVAC Mechanic – Salt Lake City, UT

NCS/EML Joint Venture is seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanic for our Federal Contract site at the Moss U.S. Court House in Salt Lake City, UT.

SUMMARY

HVAC Mechanics will perform maintenance, servicing, and repair of refrigerant-containing equipment/systems to all required specifications.  HVAC Mechanics shall have at least five years of journeyman level experience (obtained within the last seven years) in the field of maintenance, repair and operation of HVAC-related systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Installs, services and repairs environmental-control systems in residences, office buildings, and other commercial establishments, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout.
• Must have journeyman level knowledge and full capability to repair and service all ranges of package units, split systems, and chiller systems.
• Must have knowledge and full capability to repair and service all ranges of boiler systems.
• Mounts compressors and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blue prints 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 air-duct system, using hand tools.
• Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools.
• Joints 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 controls, humidity controls and circulating ventilation fans to 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 tests 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 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.
• Other duties as required by the company may be assigned, including other general maintenance tasks.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must possess at least 5 years of recent (within the past 7 years) experience in the inspection, testing, and maintenance of equipment and HVAC systems comparable in complexity to systems at these facilities.  Additionally, all HVAC Mechanics must possess a Universal EPA Certification and one or more of the following certifications:

1. North American Technician Excellence (N.A.T.E.) HVAC Service Technician Certification'
2. HVAC Excellence Professional Level Certification
3. UA Star HVACR Mastery Certification

A detailed resume containing a thorough description of the previous 7 years of employment history with references and copies of all required certifications must be submitted, as the Contracting Officer has to provide approval prior to the assignment of the project manager to the contract.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NCS/EML Joint Venture provides a diverse set of support and services for private sector and government contracts throughout the country.  We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.  All candidates for this position must be able to pass all required background checks necessary to obtain and sustain appropriate clearance to secure federal facilities as needed.