HVAC Technician

Carrier; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 92,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy management is seeking a dedicated HVAC Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation and repair of HVAC systems, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and technical expertise. You will have opportunities for growth and access to training on the latest technologies. The company values teamwork and flexibility, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on energy solutions and sustainability initiatives. If you're passionate about HVAC and eager to advance your career, this position is a perfect fit.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

Career Growth Opportunities

Training on Current Technology

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC required.
• Ability to perform demanding physical tasks.
• EPA Universal refrigerant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair HVAC systems and components.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

HVAC Maintenance

Refrigeration Theory

Control Systems

Pipe Fitting

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in HVAC

Tools

HVAC Controls

Microsoft Applications

Refrigerant Recovery Equipment

Job description

Country

United States of America

Location

CAM77: Noresco Doe 1000 Independence Avenue SW , Washington, DC, 20585 USA

Exciting Things are Happening at NORESCO!

As one of the largest energy services companies in the U.S., NORESCO utilizes design-build and performance-based contracting vehicles to deliver energy and maintenance savings and significant infrastructure upgrades to existing facilities. NORESCO also provides build, own, operate and maintain (BOOM) services for central heating, cooling and power-generation systems. NORESCO’s Sustainability Services group offers a full suite of sustainable design consulting services, including energy auditing, commissioning, and retro-commissioning, energy & daylighting analysis, LEED certification consulting, and sustainability master planning.

What makes NORESCO unique is our ability to engineer and implement turnkey energy solutions that meet each customer’s individual needs. At NORESCO, we pride ourselves on the excellent relationships we maintain with our customers. We earn their trust and respect through listening and timely response to their needs and concerns. These relationships, along with pursuing and hiring the best people, are truly why NORESCO is a leader in the energy industry.

NORESCO is a Carrier company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.

Description of Position:

As a HVAC Technician you will be primarily responsible for working with HVAC Field Technicians in the installation and repair of environmental control systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. NORESCO/Carrier affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading energy management company giving you access to technical support, training on current technology, and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth. In this position you will establish & maintain a positive relationship with customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective oral and written communication skills with all stakeholders. You will perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, site surveys, and service requests including repairs, replacement, and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by customers.

Responsibilities for this position:

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with NORESCO and customers’ Environmental, Health, and Safety policies.
• Coordinate with supervisors, field technicians, and customers to thoroughly understand the requirements of the job, examine building layouts, the equipment, and review all contract requirements.
• Represent the company by serving as the direct customer contact; responsible for servicing products and equipment at assigned project/s, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, analyzing, diagnosing, and repairing equipment and systems.
• Inspect air-conditioning units to ensure efficient operation. Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and cooling units. Diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions. Install, replace, or repair equipment; calibrate thermostatic controls.
• Install new heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems; repair and replace damaged or worn heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning components and equipment; repair or replace low and high-pressure liquid lines.
• Adjust and maintain internal electrical and electronic control systems; clean coils, blowers, check motors, and belt tensions. Assemble and install metal ductwork.
• Maintain the chilled and hot water supply systems. Assist in planning and designing new installations of heating and air-conditioning systems.
• Communicate technical information to technical and non-technical people. Meet with customer upon arrival and before leaving the assigned work site. Meet regularly with customer and NORESCO site personnel to ensure awareness of any operational problems. Keep customer informed regarding the nature of services provided, any outstanding issues, and recommend system enhancements, upgrades, and or repairs.
• Promptly respond to customer service calls (emergency, on-site, and remotely phone/on-line).
• Display teamwork and dedication to the customer needs by maintaining flexibility to on call, overtime, and weekends work as the business requires, including overnight stays.
• Work closely with NORESCO’s Measurement and Verification (M&V) group to ensure savings guarantees are met.
• Track changes to customer facilities that may affect the performance of the installed energy conservation measures (ECMs) and work with M&V engineers to develop non-routine adjustments to baseline and/or post-installation energy usage.
• Analyze energy trend data to detect problems with the system’s operation. Diagnose and repair electric and electronic control system malfunctions. Test and write modifications utilizing the installed control systems software.

Reason for Hire:

Provide support for DOE, Washington, DC, O&M preventive maintenance program as well as customer service work order requests.

• The position will be HVAC Technician that will grow with the company and be a direct report to the Regional Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC

• Must be able to pass State, Federal or site background checks and a drug screen

• Valid driver’s license required for job-related driving, with no major violations in the past 5 years

• Ability to physically perform demanding tasks, including regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, and kneeling

• Must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs regularly, 50 lbs frequently, and more than 50 lbs occasionally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree (A.S.) in HVAC or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with a certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning with EPA Universal refrigerant certification.

• Candidate should live within 1 hour of the job site.

• Ability to work alone.

• Principles and practices of Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning (HVAC) maintenance and repair; hazard and safety practices common to the trade.

• Working knowledge of HVAC controls and safety devices; appropriate Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) / chemical usages; tools of the trade; materials and refrigerant recovery equipment and procedures used in installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems.

• Mechanical/electrical aptitude (ability to troubleshoot, restore, and maintain a wide variety of equipment).

• Knowledge and practical experience troubleshooting Direct Digital Controls (DDC) systems and their electrical interfaces with commercial mechanical equipment.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft applications.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.

• Good understanding and experience with the mechanical and electrical systems of commercial buildings.

• Practical knowledge and experience with controls calibration and testing tools.

• Experience with water chemistry applications and control.

• Practical knowledge of power and steam generation systems.

• Familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to earn certification after hiring).

• Practical knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical equipment.

• Ability to follow directions and perform work under the direction of the operations and maintenance supervisor.

• Knowledge of chillers and chilled water systems.

• Knowledge of pumps.

• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

• Knowledge of Variable Air Volume units (VAVs).

• Knowledge of pneumatics and air compressors.

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Pay Range:

$92,856 - $130,206 Annually

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