Apprentice HVAC Technician

The Christman Company; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Facility Solutions, LLC in Mesquite, TX is hiring an Apprentice HVAC Technician to assist service technicians with maintenance and repairs on commercial systems. You will learn to diagnose HVAC equipment, perform preventative tasks, and document work while following safety protocols.

The role targets candidates with a High School diploma or GED, interest in HVAC, and a path toward EPA 608U certification via an apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• General HVAC knowledge and a desire to pursue education and experience.
• EPA 608U certification required or progress toward it.

Responsibilities

• Assists HVAC service technicians with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of commercial HVAC equipment.
• Learns preventative maintenance tasks (filters, belts, lubrication, inspections).
• Identifies HVAC components and assists with diagnosing issues in electrical, refrigeration, and controls.
• Supports installation, replacement and repair activities under supervision.
• Maintains documentation of work, materials, equipment conditions and customer notes.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

EPA 608U certification (required progress)

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Christman Facility Solutions, LLC

Job Description:

Build More with Your Career at Christman Facility Solutions

With projects throughout the Metro Dallas region, Christman Facility Solutions is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We’re searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build.Christman Facility Solutions is looking for an Apprentice HVAC Technician in our Mesquite, Texas region.

What You Will Do:

As an Apprentice HVAC Technician, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Assists HVAC Service Technicians with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of commercial HVAC equipment including but not limited to rooftop units, split systems, packaged systems, air handlers, exhaust systems, and related mechanical equipment.
• Learns and performs assigned preventative maintenance tasks including filter changes, belt inspections and replacements, equipment cleaning, basic equipment inspections, lubrication, and operational checks.
• Learns to identify HVAC system components and assist with diagnosing equipment issues involving electrical components, mechanical components, refrigeration systems, and controls.
• Assists with installation, replacement, and repair activities while following direction from technicians and supervisors.
• Safely operates hand tools, power tools, meters, and other HVAC service equipment as training and experience allows.
• Learns and maintains accurate service documentation including work performed, materials used, equipment conditions, and customer notes.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment. Follows all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and customer-specific safety procedures, including proper use of PPE.
• Participates in required company, manufacturer, technical, and safety training programs. Develops knowledge of HVAC fundamentals, refrigeration principles, electrical troubleshooting, building mechanical systems, and controls.
• Provides professional and courteous interaction with customers, facility personnel, and coworkers. Identifies and reports safety hazards.

Expected Hours of Work: Full time position. May work nights and weekends, construction may sometimes continue around the clock to meet deadlines.

Travel: Must have reliable transportation. Travel to and from the construction site is required. Long distance travel can be required which may include overnight stays

What You Will Bring to the Team:

Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• High School diploma or GED.

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Have general knowledge of HVAC trade and desire to pursue the education and experience necessary to pursue a career in HVAC.
• One (1) or more years of applicable experience in the construction industry, or a related job field. Basic understanding of tools and mechanical systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to register with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation as an HVAC registrant and electrical or plumbing apprentice.
• Must enroll and participate in an approved HVAC Apprenticeship Program, and obtain EPA 608U certification.
• Must understand safety rules and tool/equipment instructions. Have the ability to take measurements and make calculations.
• Ability to work well with supervision and peers.
• Have good communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Must pass any skills tests as required by the jobsite.
• Ability to problem solve when errors occur. Keep tools and workspace organized.
• Must be conscious of time schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

The Christman family of companies is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes):

The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its’ affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.