HVAC Mechanic

The Kinetic Group; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one health insurance

Parental leave

401(k) match up to 6%

Career development opportunities

Education assistance

Paid time away

Job summary

The Kinetic Group in Lewiston, ID is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to install, repair, and maintain industrial and commercial HVAC systems in a manufacturing environment. The role requires journeyman credentials, state licenses, EPA refrigerant certification, and the ability to work various shifts (Days, Swing, Weekend).

Applicants should be capable of reading blueprints, executing precise installations, and performing preventive maintenance while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and housekeeping skills.
• Current HVAC Journeyman License (5+ years experience).
• Current Idaho Gas Fitter Class I and II License.
• Current EPA Refrigerant license (Type 608 Certification, universal).
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of assignment.
• Ability to wear SCBA safely.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair industrial and commercial heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems per blueprints and specs.
• Purge, charge, test, and troubleshoot HVAC/refrigeration equipment; identify and fix leaks.
• Assist with project estimates, material sourcing, vendor quotes, and equipment recommendations.

Skills

English fluency

Math skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

HVAC Journeyman License

Idaho Gas Fitter Class I & II License

EPA Refrigerant License (Type 608 Universal)

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

## HVAC MechanicApply: Lewiston, ID: Full time: Posted Today: R0012921**Pay Range:**Starting Hourly Rate: $46.57The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer. # **Job Description** **The Position**Our Lewiston, ID location is seeking an **HVAC Mechanic** to add to our team.Shift Information: Ability to work any shift including Days, Swing, Weekend Days, and Weekend Swing, 10 and 12 hour shifts. **Responsibilities**This position supports manufacturing operations by installing and repairing industrial and commercial heating and refrigeration, ventilation, and humidification systems, compressors, and vacuum pumps according to blueprints and engineering specifications, using knowledge of heating, refrigeration, structural layout, and function and design components, in a safe and efficient manner. **HVAC Mechanic – Essential Duties** * Design, draft, fabricate, assemble, install, test, and maintain refrigeration, heating, ventilation, cooling, humidification, compressor, vacuum pump, and environmental control systems in accordance with blueprints, engineering specifications, and applicable state and local codes.* Determine equipment location, size, capacity, control requirements, and component selection needed to meet operational and project requirements.* Inspect and measure facilities to determine airflow requirements and develop ductwork and control system layouts.* Prepare project estimates, bids, and Appropriation Requests, including labor calculations, material sourcing, vendor quotations, and equipment recommendations. Identify and evaluate new suppliers as needed and provide recommendations to management.* Install and connect system components using appropriate piping, tubing, and installation methods based on system design and code requirements.* Purge, charge, pressurize, and test systems to verify integrity, identify leaks, and ensure proper operation. Compare test results to specifications and make necessary adjustments.* Drain, recover, and properly dispose of refrigerants and fluids from damaged, removed, or obsolete equipment in accordance with environmental regulations and site policies.* Troubleshoot, evaluate, repair, and modify existing HVAC and refrigeration systems to improve reliability, efficiency, and performance.* Perform insulation, welding, brazing, silver soldering, pipe threading, component assembly, and hanger installation using hand and power tools.* Maintain inventory of parts and supplies, monitor stock levels, and prepare requisitions for replenishment.* Assist maintenance personnel with equipment moves, welding, carpentry, fabrication, and other maintenance activities as workload permits. **HVAC Mechanic – Non-Essential Duties*** Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.* Respond to emergency maintenance calls outside of normal working hours when available.* Train and mentor new employees as assigned.* Perform other duties as assigned. * **Minimum Qualifications*** Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.* Ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.* Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and housekeeping skills.* Current HVAC Journeyman License (5+ years experience)* Current Idaho Gas Fitter Class I and II License.* Current EPA Refrigerant license (effective 7/92) Type 608 Certification (universal).* Ability to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of assignment.* Ability to become qualified to wear and use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).* Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain a strong safety record.* Must not be a disqualified person under the Gun Control Act or Safe Explosives Act **Additional Requirements:**•Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years old; able to pass a background check & drug screen **Physical Requirements:**•Manufacturing environment: Exposure to noise is present and occasionally employees are exposed to dust and fumes. Safety equipment such as protective eyewear and earplugs are required and provided by the company. **Mental Requirements:**•High attentiveness for safety and detection of problems. •Interpersonal communication skills to problem-solve and to function effectively as part of a work team.•Flexibility to move between jobs and to handle many tasks simultaneously**Work Environment:** Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations. **Benefits:**At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That's why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled### Gun Control Act**International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements:** To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. **Gun Control Act Requirements:** It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.### JOIN US# **Across The Kinetic Group, we rally for the customer by fostering collaboration, sharing insights and scaling competencies. We engineer our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course and on the battlefield. We’re not just a name on the door — we are the people developing the products that help customers the world over.**The Kinetic Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without to regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law. The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdfIf you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail].