HVAC Mechanic

SDAC; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

SDAC is seeking a union HVAC Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for a U.S. Government facility. The role requires five years of HVAC experience, CFC/NATE or equivalent certifications, and strong English communication.

Expect to troubleshoot, install parts, and respond to after-hours emergencies while adhering to safety standards. This position offers competitive pay and long-term stability within a trusted contractor known for quality work, safety, and skilled

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working on HVAC systems and associated equipment.
• Extensive technical knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to diagnose refrigeration systems, air distribution systems and equipment controls.
• State/area-specific HVAC licensing may be required.
• Universal CFC Certification
• North American Technician Excellence (N.A.T.E.), Core Service plus Air Distribution Services Specialist, or any service Knowledge Areas of Technician Expertise (K.A.T.E.) Specialty listed under the service category.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Communicate effectively in English in speaking and writing
• Advanced HVAC training and manufacturer training

Responsibilities

• Monitors, troubleshoots, and repairs/replaces HVAC equipment, systems, and BAS controls.
• Completes and BAS checks as required.
• Installs HVAC equipment parts and systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance to commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers, heat pumps, split systems, rooftops, air handling units, pumps, cooling towers, VAV systems.
• Performs work safely and reports any observed safety and security problems to the Project Manager/Site Supervisor.
• Maintains a professional, courteous manner with all customers, tenants, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.
• Maintains accurate lists, security, and stocking levels of HVAC service tools and consumable supplies.
• May respond to after-hours emergency calls
• Performs any reasonable assignment or request related to the building operations as directed by the Operations Director, Project/Site Manager, or Lead Engineer.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CFC Certification

NATE Certification

KA TE Specialty or equivalent

HVAC Excellence Certification (LCAC/Green Awareness)

Job description

Contact information

• Base Pay $31.48 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

• Name Robert S Newberry

Description

Why Work at SDAC?

SDAC offers a union HVAC Mechanic position with competitive pay, strong union benefits, and long-term stability supporting a U.S. Government facility. Founded in 1985, SDAC is an award-winning contractor known for quality work, safety, and investing in skilled trades professionals.

Summary

The HVAC Mechanic provides HVAC preventative maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs using accepted industry-standard methods and following manufacturers’ and/or Federal Government guidelines for facility HVAC equipment. The HVAC Mechanic responds to assigned requests in a safe, efficient, clean, and professional manner.

Duties

• Monitors, troubleshoots, and repairs/replaces HVAC equipment, systems, and BAS controls.
• Completes and BAS checks as required.
• Installs HVAC equipment parts and systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance to commercial HVAC equipment, including, but not limited to, chillers, heat pumps, split systems, rooftop units, air handling units, pumps, cooling towers, VAV systems, etc.
• Performs work safely and reports any observed safety and security problems to the Project Manager/Site Supervisor.
• Maintains a professional, courteous manner with all customers, tenants, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees always.
• Maintains accurate lists, security, and stocking levels of HVAC service tools and consumable supplies.
• May respond to after-hours emergency calls
• Performs any reasonable assignment or request related to the building operations as directed by the Operations Director, Project/Site Manager, or Lead Engineer.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working on HVAC systems and associated equipment.
• Extensive technical knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to diagnose refrigeration systems, air distribution systems and equipment controls.
• State/area-specific HVAC licensing may be required.
• Universal CFC Certification
• North American Technician Excellence (N.A.T.E.), Core Service plus Air Distribution Services Specialist, or any service Knowledge Areas of Technician Expertise (K.A.T.E.) Specialty listed under the service category.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Communicate effectively in English in speaking and writing
• Advanced HVAC training and manufacturer training
• Able to work Monday-Friday with occasional overtime during afternoons, evenings and weekends as needed for emergencies
• Must be able to respond to after-hours emergency calls
• U.S. Citizen or approved registered alien
• Ability to pass drug screening and Federal Government criminal background check
• HVAC Excellence Professional: Light Commercial Air Conditioning, Gas Heat, and Green Awareness Certification (preferred)
• UA Star HVAC Mastery Certification (preferred)

Working Conditions

The HVAC Technician is subject to potentially hazardous working conditions, including but not limited to: hot and/or cold weather, noisy environments, proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding or ladders and/or high places, exposure to high heat, and exposure to chemicals.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Good physical condition with the ability to lift 75 lbs
• Good fine motor coordination
• Ability to withstand exposure to dust, fumes, heights, and confined spaces
• Ability to bend, stoop, stand and reach to accomplish tasks.
• Ability to walk long distances from one work site to another.

SDAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.