HVAC Mechanic I

Description

This job posting is for a Teya contract at Ft. Belvoir, VA and is primarily for the purposes of contact incumbent onboarding. Current employees of BASOPS Contract at Ft. Belvoir, VA are encouraged to apply; all hiring and onboarding is done electronically.

Please note that the current CBA is under review and negotiation at this time; your employment will be subject to any final CBA that is agreed upon between the union and the Company. Once finalized, a copy of the CBA will be provided by your supervisor or site leadership.

Position Description:

HVAC Mechanic I will perform heating, ventilations, and air-conditioning mechanic installation, perform preventive maintenance and repairs environmental-control systems and equipment. Diagnoses and performs routine electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems. Clean, adjust and repair systems, and perform warranty services.


Duties and Responsibilities:

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Installs, services and repairs electric, electronic, pneumatic and direct digital environmental control systems in office buildings and other commercial establishments, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout.


• Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools and 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 air duct system and medical refrigerators.


• Cuts and bends tubing and pipe using proper tools. Joins tubing or pipes using sleeves, couplings or unions and solders joints using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant. Installs expansion and discharge valve 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.


• Perform pressure tests on systems using nitrogen gas and checks joints/filling connections using gauges and soap and water solution prior to the installation of refrigerant.


• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.


• Wraps pipe in insulation batting and secure them in place with cement or wire bands.


• Replace defective breaker controls and installs units using electrician's hand tools and test equipment.


• May install, repair and service air conditioners, package A/C & chillers ranging up to 400-ton cooling capacity in commercial facilities.


• Works under direct or general supervision.


• Performs routine diagnoses and repairs.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below 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.

• Experience in O&M to include support of a work force that is responsible for O&M and repair of all facility systems, subsystems, and selected equipment typically found in a Base Operating Services contract.


• High school diploma or GED.


• 1-3 years in the HVAC trade and universal certification credentials.

• All state or federal license requirements; or any licenses or certificates that may be required by the contract in which the employee is working.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.


• Must be able to pass a company drug screen and background check. Must possess a valid state driver's license and insurable driving record.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

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. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements
• Frequent (33-66%): Stand, Walk, Sit, Handling/Fingering, Climb
• Occasional (up to 33%): Reach Outward, Reach Above Shoulder, Squat/Kneel, Bend

Lift/Carry Requirements
• Up to 10 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 25 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 50 lbs - Occasional

Push/Pull Requirements
• Up to 10 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 25 lbs - Frequent
• Up to 50 lbs - Occasional

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

Additional Position Duties:

This position description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Other duties may be assigned, and the company reserves the right to modify, interpret, and apply the job description as necessary. This position description is not a contract for employment and employment is "at-will" unless otherwise stated in a Union contract, employment agreement, or where prohibited by local, state, or federal regulations.


EEO Statement:

It is the company's policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude, and experience, to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work-related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status. When applicable, the company's policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force, and benefits. It is the company's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodation, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.