HVAC Tech II

PRIDE Industries; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries is seeking an HVAC Tech II to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC/R equipment at customer sites. The role involves handling furnaces, chillers, boilers, and control systems with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

The position is onsite with frequent travel between facilities. Requires 3–5 years of field HVAC experience, EPA certification options, and the ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of field experience servicing HVAC equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, schematics and written instructions.
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains HVAC equipment.
• Cleans, insulates, and replaces components as needed.
• Performs boiler and system maintenance and monitoring.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Energy management controls

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Electrical testing tools

Job description

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

$28.36 per hour

Telecommute Status

Onsite

Job Description

PRIDE Industries

Job:

HVAC Tech II

Job Code:

G99 - BL-HVAC Tech II

SCA Occup:

23410 Heating, Ventilation, and AC Mechanic

Salary Grade:

Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Approval Date:

March 2017

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, The HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) II technician performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of HVAC/R equipment to include: furnaces, chillers, heat pumps, package units, split systems, controls and distribution systems, and tasks related to installing, maintaining and repairing boilers, power plants, and stationary engines.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains various mechanical and HVAC equipment.
• Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape.
• Utilizes skills in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to ensure proper operation.
• Tests joints and connections for gas leaks.
• Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place.
• Replaces defective controls, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units.
• Tends to or fires one or more boilers to produce steam or high-temperature water.
• Observes and interprets readings and gauges, meters and charts which register various aspects of boiler operation.
• Adjusts controls to ensure safe and efficient boiler operation and to meet demands for steam or high-temperature water.
• Maintains and records boiler maintenance and operation log.
• Cleans, oils, makes minor repairs, or assists in the repair to boiler room equipment.
• Follows prescribed methods to treat boiler water with chemicals.
• Follows prescribed methods to analyze boiler water for acidity, causticity and alkalinity.
• Responds to emergency calls after normal work hours.
• Frequent travel between facilities is required.
• Ensures PRIDE safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Denotes Essential Job Function

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of and understanding of Energy Management Controls Systems
• Three to five years of field experience servicing HVAC equipment
• Able to use industry hand and machine tools (i.e. vacuum pumps)
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, schematics and written instructions
• Proficient in electrical trouble shooting

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Not Applicable

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED

The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements:

• EPA Certification
• R410A Safety
• Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Maneuvering to, in, and around equipment
• Bending, kneeling, stooping and reaching
• Climbing stepstools or ladders.
• Lifting and moving heavy equipment up to 35 pounds
• Climbing ladders to gain access to rooftop equipment
• Monitoring computer systems and control displays

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed at a customer’s location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.

PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Thank you for considering a career with us—we look forward to connecting with you!