HVAC Mechanic

Job Summary The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Mechanic performs installation, maintenance, service, and repairs on various makes and models of heat pumps, electric heat, and A/C units utilizing knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical principles. Essential Responsibilities: Maintain, install, repair, and properly charge heat pumps and up to twenty (20) ton air conditioners according to manufacturer specifications Identify, adjust, repair, or replace defective mechanical, electrical, and electronic components Remove, replace, and properly dispose of system refrigerants, compressor, oil, filters, and dryers Estimate and order materials and supplies as needed Complete maintenance and repair records Clearly communicate with the customer Repair and maintain washers, dryers, and small appliances Lead and advise assigned helpers Perform other qualified duties as assigned Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Most positions involve work typical of office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Some positions involve work in environments (e.g., shipboard, labs, outside locations, etc.) where mechanical equipment, etc. is installed, tested, analyzed/monitored, operated, and/or maintained. Equipment may be loud and noisy or have exposed moving components. Such positions may involve routine lifting up to 50 pounds, regular handling, grasping, kneeling and carrying, and constant use of vision and mental alertness is required. This classification may include managing hazardous material or other environmental responsibilities. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Minimum Requirements Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: High school diploma or equivalent Vocational/technical training, licenses, or certificates At least two (2) to five (5) years of job-related experience Experience with Military or Government Contract preferred but not required Working knowledge of how to install, repair, and maintain environmental control systems to include package units, split-systems, and through-the-wall units Knowledge and skill in safe operation of power tools, hand tools, oxygen, and acetylene equipment employed in maintenance and repair, including use of voltmeter, amp meter, refrigerant charging gauges, vacuum analyzer, vacuum pump, and refrigerant reclaim equipment Ability to read and interpret documents such as electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manual Skill in properly analyzing and repairing problems associated with environmental control systems Ability to reclaim refrigerant, cut, bend, braze, solder, and connect functional sealed system components Forklift experience may be required. Contract Requirements in accordance with Appendix J: Certification: EPA CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing Certification Must be a U.S. Citizen