Journeyman HVAC Technician - TS/SCI

dawsonohana; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a Journeyman HVAC Technician to support facilities operations at Fort Meade, Maryland. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems in government facilities to keep them safe, reliable, and efficient.

The role requires a Maryland Journeyman HVAC license or reciprocal, EPA Section 608 Universal Certification, and 3+ years of relevant experience. A TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maryland Journeyman HVAC license or reciprocal.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with commercial/institutional HVAC maintenance and repair.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or government facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and control systems.
• Inspect and service air handling units, rooftops, chillers, boilers, and pumps.
• Test systems and adjust equipment for proper performance.
• Respond to service calls and complete work orders promptly.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain documentation of work, materials, and refrigerant usage.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff to support operations.
• Operate tools safely and keep work areas clean.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Reading schematics

Time management

Communication

Diagnose malfunctions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland Journeyman HVAC license

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

HVAC controls software

Job description

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Position Summary

LAUKOA is seeking a qualified Journeyman HVAC Technician to support facilities operations at Fort Meade, Maryland. This position performs preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, installation, testing, and modification of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration systems in Government-owned facilities. The selected candidate will ensure HVAC systems are maintained in a safe, reliable, and efficient operating condition while complying with contract requirements, applicable codes, manufacturer recommendations, and established safety procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and associated control systems.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair air handling units, rooftop units, split systems, chillers, boilers, exhaust systems, pumps, motors, and related HVAC equipment.
• Perform system testing, equipment adjustments, and operational checks to ensure proper performance.
• Respond to service calls and complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, labor, refrigerant usage, and materials.
• Coordinate with other maintenance personnel to support facility operations and maintenance activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, diagnostic instruments, and other trade-specific equipment safely.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while complying with all environmental, safety, security, and contract requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a current Journeyman HVAC license recognized by the State of Maryland or a reciprocal jurisdiction acceptable to the State, if required by law.
• Possess a valid EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing commercial or institutional HVAC maintenance and repair.
• Experience maintaining HVAC systems in commercial, industrial, institutional, or Government facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and building automation control systems.
• Knowledge of applicable mechanical codes, industry standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Ability to diagnose HVAC system malfunctions and perform effective repairs.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to receive work assignments, enter data, and complete required documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary maintenance team.

Security Requirements

• Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment consistent with the duties of the position.
• Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, kneel, bend, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding HVAC maintenance and repair activities for extended periods.

Wage Rate

• Between $68.00- $83.00 per hour
• An additional $5.09 per hour up to 40 hrs per week for H&W per WD 2015-4265

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.