Commercial HVAC Technician

The Copper River Family of Companies; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Open leave policy and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Coho Construction Management at Fort Belvoir, VA seeks an experienced Commercial HVAC Technician to maintain and optimize complex HVAC&R systems in a secure government setting. The role demands independent work, strong technical skills, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications include EPA 608 Universal Certification, 3–5+ years of HVAC experience, and proficiency with BAS/DDC systems; NATE/DC3 or state license and stationary/boiler licenses are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is mandatory.
• 3–5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC&R service.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting commercial blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong understanding of BAS/DDC systems, including pneumatic and digital controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC&R systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Read and interpret commercial blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot BAS/DDC systems, including pneumatic and digital controls.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and reports.

Skills

HVACR service

Reading blueprints

BAS/DDC systems

CMMS

Communication

Education

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification

NATE/DC3/NIULPE or state HVAC license

Stationary Engineer License

Boiler Operator License

Job description

Coho Construction Management is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Technician to support operations at the National Museum of the United States Army located on Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This position is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of commercial and industrial HVAC&R systems in a secure, high-profile government environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, professionalism, and the ability to work independently while supporting mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC&R systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Read and interpret commercial blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot BAS/DDC systems, including pneumatic and digital controls.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
• Support boiler, chiller, and stationary equipment operations as required.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including EPA standards.
• Communicate system conditions, repair needs, and corrective actions to facility staff and non-technical personnel.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and reports.
• Perform duties in confined spaces, on rooftops, and in varying environmental conditions.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability while working in a government and high-security environment.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Security Clearance:
  • Ability to obtain and maintain access to a secure government installation at Fort Belvoir, VA
• Education and Certifications:
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (mandatory)
  • NATE, DC3, NIULPE, or state-specific HVAC licensing (highly preferred)
  • Stationary Engineer License (highly preferred)
  • Boiler Operator License (highly preferred)
• Experience:
  • 3–5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial HVAC&R service
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting commercial blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
  • Strong understanding of BAS/DDC systems, including pneumatic and digital controls
  • Experience with CMMS preferred
• Additional Requirements
  • Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform duties in extreme temperatures or confined spaces
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical personnel
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Professional demeanor suitable for high-visibility government facilities

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Will you be able to provide documentation to verify your identity and eligibility to work in the United States?

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in The Copper River Family of Companies’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

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