HVAC Service Technician

aptim-professional-careers; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

APTIM is hiring an HVAC Technician for Fort Irwin, CA. The role involves troubleshooting, installing, servicing, and repairing air conditioning, heating, and electronic control systems in buildings and offices.

You will work on condensers, ductwork, evaporators, and control systems, while adhering to safety and environmental procedures. The position requires EPA certification for at least six years, a valid CA driver's license, and universal EPA certification for refrigerants.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• EPA certification for a minimum of six years or HVAC trade school plus experience.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Universal EPA certification for recovery and installation of refrigerants.
• Certification for recovery and installation of refrigerant.
• Onsite aerial lifting equipment certification.
• Annual Range Pass.

Responsibilities

• 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 requirements and complete service orders with documentation.
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures within the division and work instructions.
• Attend and receive certification in Community First Aid and CPR at required intervals.
• Use equipment manuals and follow manufacturers' specifications including the MSDS.
• Maintain professional conduct in presence of the public and co-workers.
• Accurately track time, work orders, and parts using electronic devices.
• Participate in employee enhancement programs.
• Housekeeping of office and shop areas.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA certification for 6+ years

California Driver's License

Universal EPA certification

Refrigerant recovery & installation certification

Onsite aerial lifting equipment certification

Annual Range Pass

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

ABOUT APTIM

APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.

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.

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