Lead HVAC Mechanic

LB&B Associates; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead HVAC Mechanic to oversee the technical operations and maintenance of a federal building. This full-time role requires a minimum of five years of hands-on HVAC experience and the ability to lead a team effectively. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with safety standards, managing vendor relationships, and responding to emergencies. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on building operations and maintenance. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for HVAC systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in HVAC maintenance and operations.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations and maintenance of the building.
• Schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Respond to customer requests and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

HVAC Maintenance

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Contract Negotiation

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

HVAC Systems

GSA Forms

Job description

LB&B Associates is currently seeking a full-time Lead HVAC Mechanic in Burlington, VT (Federal Building). Hourly pay rate: $45.00 per hour. Health and Welfare Pay: $7.00 per hour (Up to 40 hours per week). This is a full-time union position.

The Lead HVAC Mechanic shall have at a minimum a high school diploma or equivalency and at a minimum 5 years of recent (within the past 7 years) experience in directing operation and maintenance of equipment in a supervisory capacity for equipment of the approximate size, complexity, and other characteristics of the equipment to be operated and maintained under this contract. Minimum of six (6) years of hands-on commercial HVAC maintenance experience and EPA Universal Refrigeration certification required.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the technical operations and maintenance of a particular building under this contract, lead technical staff, and provide support to other buildings and supervisors as required.
2. Lead technical staff, prepare work schedules, and assign specific duties. Serve as subject matter expert in the hiring of technical staff.
3. Communicate fluently in the English Language (orally and in writing).
4. Prepare and carry out building safety plans.
5. Ensure that on-site technical staff complies with security requirements. Shall have all subcontractors sign in/out whenever entering/exiting FOBs and keep a proper log.
6. Schedule, coordinate, and carry out preventive maintenance (PMs). Ensure that building is well maintained and remains operational at all times.
7. Ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, as well as government regulations.
8. Timely respond to customer requests and complaints.
9. Negotiate contracts and manage relationships and coordination with vendors who service the buildings being managed.
10. Ensure that tapping into existing utilities, services, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security system meets building policies and procedures and follows a consistent approach.
11. Carry out operations and energy plans for all buildings under this contract.
12. Ensure that testing and planned shutdowns and start-ups of systems are conducted so that the integrity of all systems is maintained.
13. Ensure that adequate testing, commission, and training occurs for all repairs, alterations, and construction projects.
14. Track all building electrical and mechanical service capabilities to coordinate future tie-ins so that all systems remain balanced.
15. Document all building inspections on pertinent GSA forms.
16. Advise Project Manager and COR of any dangerous conditions, accidents, and any other safety conditions requiring immediate action.
17. Shall be available at all times to include after-hours and Holidays to respond to emergencies within the federal facility.
18. Regularly meet COR to provide updates on contract performance.
19. Plan and conduct preventive maintenance program, keep records and prepare reports.
20. Train new employees.
21. Repair HVAC equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
22. Develop work schedules and assign specific duties.
23. Control access to mechanical areas within the building. Schedule all building services activities so not to interfere with the building operations.
24. Shall be present at the assigned building at all times during normal working hours.
25. Responsible to respond and take care of all emergencies (e.g. a fire alarm activation, electrical breaker tripped, flooding, after working hours or during inclement weather or natural disasters).

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected factor by country, regional or local law.