HVAC Mechanic

HVAC Mechanic

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic provides all HVAC services at the CMI customer site in Beltsville, MD.

Key Job Functions

• Operation and maintenance of the HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Provide repair, carpentry, and painting renovations, in addition to completing installations and modifications.
• 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
• 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
• 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 test systems and adds Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure
• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to ensure 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
• Performs other HVAC related duties as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 5 years of HVAC Mechanic experience within a government facility
• Must possess a valid HVAC license and have experience in servicing and maintaining air conditioning systems.
• Good understanding of 300 to 800 ton chillers and their operations and annual PMs
• Background in electrical high and low voltage A/C D/C
• Background on low pressure vessels boilers
• Background in plumbing repairs
• Knowledge of Lockout tag out/OSHA safety standards
• Knowledge of fire alarm and life safety standards, to include system testing
• Familiarity with life safety systems such as fire alarm, detection & suppression, standby generators, elevators etc.
• Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to pass a government background check

Competencies for success

• Teamwork
• Results orientation/operational excellence
• Holding self and other accountable
• Operational business thinking

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CMI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.