HVAC Technician Apprentice

Erg; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

401k plan

Profit sharing

Employee assistance program

11-20 paid vacation days per year

10 paid holidays per year

Sick leave 56 hours or more per year

Job summary

ERG is seeking an HVAC Technician Apprentice at the Naval Support Facility in Indian Head, Maryland. You will assist with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems while developing skills for future career growth.

The role offers on-site, full-time work in a secure government facility, with hands-on learning alongside experienced technicians. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years of HVAC exposure, and readiness for a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrollment in or completion of an HVAC trade school, apprenticeship program, or technical training preferred.
• 0–2 years of HVAC or mechanical maintenance experience.
• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification (or ability to obtain shortly after hire) preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• This position will require a pre-employment physical exam.
• This position requires lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present.
• You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
• Must be able to perform work above shoulder level, including reaching, lifting, and manipulating tools and materials overhead.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach during shifts.
• Must be able to use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items.
• Must be able to safely climb and descend ladders, stairways, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms and perform work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet.
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced HVAC technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including filters, coils, lubrication, and inspections.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage control issues.
• Learn servicing of chillers, boilers, water source heat pumps, and building automation controls.
• Support routine inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Respond to service calls and assist with corrective maintenance and emergency repairs.

Skills

HVAC Basics

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety Awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HVAC Tools

Job description

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an HVACTechnicianApprenticeto support facilities maintenance and HVAC projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is beginning their HVAC career and is eager to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced technicians. In this role, you will assist with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems while developing the technical skills necessary for career growth.

This full-time position is at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, Maryland, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C.; 25 miles from Alexandria, Virginia; and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia.

• Assistexperienced HVAC technicians with the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including changing filters, cleaning coils, lubricating moving parts, and inspecting system components
• Assistwith troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage control issues under the supervision of senior technicians
• Learn to service a variety of commercial HVAC equipment, including chillers, boilers, water source heat pumps, cooling towers, package rooftop units, split systems, pumps, VAV boxes, and building automation controls
• Support routine inspections of HVAC equipment toidentifymaintenance needs and report findings
• Respond to service calls andassistwith corrective maintenance and emergency repairs as directed
• Assistwithmaintainingequipment inventory and keeping work areas clean and organized
• Follow all applicable safety requirements, including OSHA regulations and site-specific procedures

• High school diploma or GED required
• Enrollment in or completion of an HVAC trade school, apprenticeship program, or technical training preferred
• 0–2 years of HVAC or mechanical maintenance experience
• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification (or ability to obtain shortly afterhire) preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• This position will require a pre-employment physical exam
• This position requires lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds
• Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g., fumes, noise, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals)
• You maybe requiredtoparticipatein medical surveillance programs
• Must be able to perform work above shoulder level, including reaching, lifting, and manipulating tools and materials overhead
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach during shifts
• Must be able to use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items
• Must be able to safely climb and descend ladders, stairways, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms and perform work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet (where applicable)
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
• Employees mustmaintainthe ability to safely perform these essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, as a condition of employment. If no reasonable accommodation is available, continued employment in the position may not be possible

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including

• health and dental insurance
• life insurance
• long-term disability
• educational benefits
• FSAs
• a generous 401k plan
• profit sharing
• an EAP
• 11-20 paid vacation days per year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time)

The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or call [phone].

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.