HVAC Service Technician

APTIM; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 38,430 - 46,970; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid sick leave

Union benefits

Job summary

APTIM is seeking an experienced HVAC technician to troubleshoot, install, and repair air conditioning and heating systems at Fort Irwin, California. This position involves maintaining environmental control equipment and requires a high school diploma or GED, along with EPA certification and a valid California Driver’s License.

Work includes preventative maintenance, customer communication, and participation in safety procedures. The pay rate is $42.70 per hour within a structured union benefits framework.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of full-time experience in HVAC repair or successful completion of HVAC trade school plus 1 year experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair air conditioning units up to 25 tons.
• Document work performed using electronic devices.

Skills

EPA certification

Troubleshooting HVAC systems

Communication skills with customers

Documenting work performed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Universal EPA certification

Tools

HVAC manuals

Job description

Job Overview

Troubleshoots, installs, services, and repairs air conditioning, heating systems, and electronic control systems in buildings and offices. Installs and services condensing and combination units on both ground level and rooftops. Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and plenums. Installs evaporator units in chassis or in air duct systems. Troubleshoots and services compressors, temperature controls, and circulating ventilation fans from control panels to power sources. Tests joints and connections for refrigerant leaks. Observes pressure gauges and adjusts controls to ensure proper operation. Replaces defective controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units. Performs preventative maintenance on all heating and ventilation equipment to include A/C units, furnaces operated on LPG, and evaporative condensers.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on air conditioning, heating, and environmental control equipment.
• Perform corrective repairs on air conditioning, heating, and environmental control equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting on air conditioning units up to 25 tons.
• Ability to identify location of required parts and materials.
• Communication with customers to identify specific and general requirements and to complete service order paperwork to include documentation of all work performed.
• Knowledgeable in all standard operation procedures within the division and work instructions.
• Participation in all APTIM/HDSS EHS and Quality procedures.
• Attend and receive certification in Community First Aid and CPR at the required intervals.
• Ability to use equipment manuals and follow and understand manufacturers' specifications to include the M.S.D.S.
• Must be able to act professionally in the presence of the public and co-workers.
• Must be able to accurately track time, work orders, and parts using electronic devices.
• Participate in employee enhancement programs.
• Housekeeping‑cleaning office and shop areas.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Applicant must have had EPA certification for a minimum of six (6) years. Applicant must be able to demonstrate six (6) years full time experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, repair; or successful completion of HVAC trade school plus one (1) full year's actual experience.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.
• Must possess a universal EPA certification for recovery and installation of refrigerants.
• Must possess certification for recovery and installation of Refrigerant.
• Annual Range Pass.
• Onsite aerial lifting equipment certification.

Working Conditions

Position: Extensive periods outdoors. Frequent exposure to dust, desert pollen, extreme heat and cold associated with desert environment and natural conditions existing on Fort Irwin. Work Week: Monday – Friday, 0700‑1530.

Physical Factors

The following terms are used to describe the percent of time spent performing the physical factors below: occasionally (1%–33%); frequently (34%–66%); continuously (67%–100%). Standing: Continuously Reaching: Frequently Moving: Continuously Twisting: Frequently Walking: Continuously Stretching: Frequently Lifting: Frequently Pushing: Frequently Pulling: Frequently Bending: Frequently Climbing: Frequently Stooping: Frequently Balancing: Occasionally Crawling: Occasionally Kneeling: Frequently.

What You Can Expect From APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent.
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home.
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities.
• A voice in making our company better.
• Investment into your personal and professional development.

Wage Rates & Union Benefits

Wage rates and fringe benefits for this position are governed by terms of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between the company and a union with jurisdiction for the job location. CBAs for union projects typically include a retirement plan (such as a pension, annuity, or 401(k)), health insurance (e.g., medical, dental, vision), and other benefits. APTIM pays the costs for some fringe benefit plans for employees working on union projects. Under some CBAs, however, you may be required to contribute a percentage of your wages toward the cost of these benefits. Additionally, you may also qualify for paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid vacation, and supplemental insurance plans (e.g., life, short-term disability, long-term disability). The CBA contains the terms and conditions of eligibility as well as information about any costs to you. APTIM's Human Resources department is prepared to answer any questions you might have about wage rates, fringe benefits, and their cost. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $42.70 per hour.