Critical Systems Technician III, HVAC

CPG; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG seeks a Critical Systems Technician III, HVAC in Ashburn, VA to lead maintenance and monitoring of mission-critical mechanical systems under contract. You will diagnose, service, and optimize HVAC equipment to uphold contractual commitments.

The role requires hands-on expertise with chillers, boilers, AHUs, DDC and VFD controls, plus the ability to mentor juniors, respond to after-hours calls, and travel up to 50% including potential international travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years large commercial HVAC service experience; 8 years preferred.
• Pass or complete client background checks or training.

Responsibilities

• Lead technician for preventive maintenance, trouble diagnosis, routine and emergency repairs on HVAC systems.
• Supervise and mentor technicians of lower grade levels while maintaining own technical proficiency.
• Respond to after-hours on-call assignments and travel up to 50%.
• Perform on-site service of chillers, boilers, AHUs, FCUs, pumps and related equipment.
• Ensure compliance with contract commitments and safety standards.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Maintenance & repairs

Building Automation

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic air conditioning theory

EPA Universal Certification

AZ Journeyman HVAC license

OSHA Certification

Virginia/Maryland driver’s license

Tools

DDC controls

Pneumatic controls

VFD controls

Chiller systems

Job description

TITLE: CRITICAL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN III, HVAC

Location: Ashburn,VA

The Critical Systems Technician III, HVAC will serve as the lead technician for all CPG mission critical mechanical services/maintenance under contract. The position will be responsible for monitoring compliance with contractual commitments. The position will provide guidance, leadership and knowledge regarding the installation, service, maintenance, and operation of mission critical data center mechanical equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Experienced and able to perform preventive maintenance, trouble diagnosis, routine, and emergency repairs without supervision on all HVAC equipment including but not limited to:
• Air and water-cooled reciprocating chillers
• Centrifugal and screw package chillers
• Natural gas boilers and unit heaters
• Electric duct heaters
• Cooling Towers
• Pneumatic, DDC and Variable Frequency Drive controls
• HVAC air distribution systems, AHU’S, FCU’S, Fans and other devices used in air distribution.
• Various types of water pumps used in the HVAC industry.
• Maintain, upgrade and backup Building Automation Software as required.
• Respond to after-hours calls as required.
• Responsible for supervising and teaching technicians of lower grade levels while striving to improve their own technical levels through experience and literature.
• Required to perform on-call after hour assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
• Must be a US citizen
• Willing to travel up to 50%
• Travel outside the US may be required, current US passport or ability to obtain one preferred

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience (Desired)

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Successful completion of basic air condition theory class.
• Understand proper use of HVAC diagnostic tools and instruments.
• Experience with DDC, pneumatic and variable frequency drive controls.
• Minimum of 7 years large commercial HVAC service experience required; 8 years preferred.
• Satisfactorily pass or complete any required client background checks or training.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office or related software.

Certificates And Licenses

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification (required)
• Must have current/active AZ Journeyman HVAC license
• OSHA Certification
• Clear and valid Virginia/Maryland driver’s license
• US citizen and able to obtain security clearance is preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities with this position.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; Standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pre Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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