HVAC Mechanic

Remington; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare

Parental leave

401(k) match

Career development

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Remington in Lewiston, ID is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will install, repair, and maintain industrial and commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems per blueprints and codes.

Requires journeyman license, Idaho gas fitter licenses, EPA 608 certification, and the ability to obtain forklift and SCBA qualifications. Compensation starts at a $46.57 hourly rate with shifts including days, swing, and weekends; comprehensive benefits follow.

Qualifications

• HVAC Journeyman license required with 5+ years of experience.
• Idaho Gas Fitter Class I and II licenses are required.
• EPA Refrigerant license Type 608 (universal) required.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of assignment.
• SCBA qualification eligibility required.
• Must read, write and speak English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and related systems per blueprints and codes.
• Determine equipment location, size, capacity, and control requirements to meet project needs.
• Inspect facilities to size ducts and develop layouts for systems and controls.
• Prepare estimates, bids, and material/equipment recommendations.
• Identify new suppliers and evaluate options for projects.
• Connect system components with proper piping and installation methods.
• Purge, charge, test, and verify system integrity and operation; troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain safe operation and dispose of refrigerants per regulations.
• Assist with moves, welding, fabrication, and other maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

HVAC Journeyman license

Idaho Gas Fitter Class I/II

EPA Type 608 Certification

Forklift certification

SCBA qualification

English communication

Job description

Pay Range

Starting Hourly Rate: $46.57 The 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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled 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.

Company Culture

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

EEO Poster

The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf