HVAC Mechanic II

CBRE Government & Defense; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits per bargaining unit

Job summary

CBRE Government & Defense is seeking an HVAC Mechanic at China Lake, CA. The role involves installing, servicing and repairing chillers, AHUs, controls, and refrigeration systems, with emphasis on predictive maintenance and safe operation.

This position requires an MD State HVAC Master License, EPA Universal certification, and a High School Diploma. Expected duties include preventive maintenance, inspection, and coordinated shift coverage. OSHA and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 4 years of experience performing the HVAC craft.
• MD State HVAC Master License required.
• EPA CFR part 82f Universal certification required.
• Recognized Trade School Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and repair chillers, AHUs, controls, package units and fans.
• Operate and evaluate cooling systems to determine repairs.
• Install refrigeration and HVAC components per specs.
• Charge systems and test for leaks.
• Start and fine-tune units for proper operation.
• Maintain electrical and pneumatic subsystems across equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and site predictive maintenance.
• Provide shift coverage as needed.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical wiring

Preventive maintenance

Predictive maintenance

MS Office

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

MD State HVAC Master License

EPA Universal Certification CFR 82f

Trade School Certification

Job description

China Lake - CA
China Lake, CA 93555, USA

Description

Job Summary

Installs, maintains, services and repairs environmental control systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout. This position requires HVAC certification.

Primary Job Functions:

• Installation, service, troubleshooting and repairs including but not limited to; chillers, air handling units, controls, package units, split systems, exhaust fans, refrigerators, freezers, hot/chilled water pumps. Involvement in Site’s predictive maintenance program so previous experience is highly desirable.
• Tasks ranging from operation of systems to the examination and evaluation of equipment to determine needed repairs
• Installs refrigeration and air conditioning systems by positioning compressors, motors, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators, heaters and other components in accordance with design specifications.
• Charges refrigeration systems with refrigerant gas tests for leaks.
• Starts unit and adjusts it for proper cut‑in and cut‑out of refrigeration units, humidifiers, heaters, air cleaners, and circulating pumps.
• Adjust systems for optimal performance.
• Maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems by checking performance and determining problems. Repairs, adjusts, or replaces defective elements.
• Installs, maintains and repairs the electrical and pneumatic systems associated with refrigeration and air conditioning equipment from the safety switch throughout the equipment.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, operates all types centrifugal and reciprocating refrigeration/air‑conditioning systems; also, all types of pneumatic/electro‑mechanical temperature controls.
• Performs necessary plumbing procedures to ensure operation of systems and equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Involvement in Site’s predictive maintenance program.
• Perform other duties and shift coverage, as required

Education, Experience and Certification:

• Required: High School Diploma
• Required: 4 years of experience performing the specific craft function
• Required: MD State HVAC Master License
• Required: EPA per CFR part 82f (Universal required for servicing and recovery of refrigerants)
• Required: Recognized Trade School Certification

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires broad trade knowledge of mechanical principles on standard shop methods of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade.
• Experience and/or certification in one or more predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, infrared, ultrasound, etc.).
• High level of computer aptitude and knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to interpret and develop technical reports.
• Able to operate testing equipment for the systems; to use all tools and equipment necessary for this trade; to follow standard methods and procedures for the most part, but on occasion to have the ability and knowledge to perform the unusual and difficult operations.
• Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.

Disclaimer:

Rate for this position is $41.25.

This position may also be eligible for a wide range of benefits based on applicable bargaining unit agreements.

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