HVAC Mechanic

South Dade Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Inc.; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dade Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Inc. is seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work on commercial HVAC systems in a government facility.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient service, and professional interaction with tenants and contractors. The position requires extensive HVAC experience, certifications (CFC, NATE, BAS knowledge), and the ability to work on a Monday–Friday schedule with potential after-hours emergencies.

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.
• NATE Core Service plus Air Distribution Services Specialist, or any 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).

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, 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.

Skills

HVAC experience

Diagnostics

BAS controls

Reading schematics

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Universal CFC Certification

NATE Core Service + ADS Specialist

HVAC training certifications

Tools

BAS controls

HVAC Excellence Certification

UA Star HVAC Mastery Certification

Job description

• Base Pay $32.30 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Robert Newberry
• Email [e-mail]

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)

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.