HVAC Technician , 1st shift, Labor Grade 4 (Onsite)

globalhr; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA

Job summary

RTX, Pratt & Whitney is seeking an HVAC/R technician to assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment for HVAC/R systems. You will monitor air quality and operate building automation controls to support plant operations.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, reading diagrams, responding to alarms, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety rules. Requires EPA 608 certification and ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Two years of trade school experience.
• Current EPA Universal Certification (608).
• Must obtain: NATE Certification, Journeyman status, or an Associate degree in HVAC/R.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and modify HVAC/R equipment and building automation systems.
• Monitor HVAC and related equipment to assure air quality in the plant.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC/refrigeration equipment.
• Inspect equipment rooms; take readings as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment and pneumatic controls.
• Respond to trouble calls and alarms.
• Maintain recovery equipment and refrigerants.
• Follow all environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Reading drawings/diagrams

Team player

Good communication

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Two years trade school experience

EPA Universal Certification (608)

NATE/Journeyman/Associates in HVAC/R

Tools

HVAC/R testing equipment

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

Assemble, install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and modify equipment and associated apparatus for refrigeration, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and building automation systems. Assist with operations and monitor HVAC and related equipment to assure air quality throughout the plant.

Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment.

Inspect equipment rooms, taking readings as required.

Perform preventative maintenance and a variety of pneumatic controls and HVAC equipment.

Receive and respond to trouble calls and alarms.

Maintain, operate, repair and service recovery equipment and recover refrigerant.

Follow all Company, Federal and State Environmental and Safety Regulations and procedure.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

Works from wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, sketches, prints, operating manuals, and other written materials, and/or verbal and direction.

Help to troubleshoot various types of HVAC/R equipment malfunctions to identify and correct issues. Initiates follow‑up actions as required.

Occasionally work under close direction on the climate control and the manufacturing process needs of the facility through the building management system.

Makes daily inspection and repairs.

Installs and/or modified as needed HVAC related piping

Notifies supervision when major and extensive repairs or modifications are necessary.

Retrieves material and stock for all assigned work.

Maintains a clean work area.

Performs preventative maintenance on a variety of HVAC equipment including valves, cooling towers, chilled water pumps, chillers and heaters.

Maintains records, moves materials, and follows safety rules in performance of duties.

Performs other similar duties as required or directed.

Machines, Tools, and Equipment used, includes but not limited to: A variety of hand and power tools associated within the HVAC/R trade. This includes recovery and reclaim, refrigerant manifolds, pressure regulators, vacuum pumps, oil pumps, digital scales, psychrometer, thermal imaging, electric drills, pipe and thread cutting equipment, wheel pullers, soldering, step ladders and extension ladders, pry bars, bending and flaring tools, and other related tools. Also, thermometers, leak detectors, pressure gauges, air flow meters/hoods, multimeters, brazing equipment, reamers, and aerial/scissor lifts.

This is a Labor Grade 4.

Qualifications You Must Have

HS Diploma or GED

Two (2) years’ Trade School Experience.

Current #608 EPA Universal Certification

Must obtain one of the following: NATE Certification, Journeymen Status or Associates degree in HVAC/R

The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

Requires a well‑rounded knowledge of refrigeration and AC principals, and the construction and operation of industrial type air conditioning installations, refrigeration system components and applications and application of pneumatic and electrical/electronic controls.

Must be able to read electrical and refrigeration drawings and schematic diagrams and to use various meters, gauges and leak detection equipment

Good computer skills

Works well with others

Has a track record of being reliable and dependable

Ability to communicate, effectively read and interpret safety procedures.

What We Offer

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Short-term disability, long-term disability and New Parent Leave

Savings Plan with Company Automatic Contribution and potential for a Company Match

Employee Scholar Program (available upon hire date)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid-Time Off includes: vacation days, sick/personal days, incentive vacation, birthday holiday

(8) Company recognized holidays and (5) Holiday Shutdown days from Christmas to the New Year