Lead HVAC Mechanic

LB&B Associates Inc; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 63,851 - 66,689; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Pension plan

Job summary

A mechanical services company is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic in Montpelier, VT. This full-time role involves leading HVAC operations and maintenance, requiring at least six years of hands-on experience, Nate Certification, and EPA Refrigeration certification. A high school diploma is necessary. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, including health benefits and a pension plan. The Lead HVAC Mechanic will ensure building compliance with safety standards and respond to emergency situations, as well as maintain effective vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years of hands‑on commercial HVAC maintenance experience required.
• Supervisory capacity experience directing operations and maintenance of equipment.
• Able to communicate fluently in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations and maintenance of the building.
• Prepare work schedules and assign specific duties.
• Ensure compliance with security and safety requirements.
• Respond promptly to customer requests and complaints.
• Conduct preventive maintenance schedules.

Skills

Nate Certification

EPA Universal Refrigeration certification

Supervisory experience

Fluent English communication

Commercial HVAC maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

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Dae Sung, LLC is currently seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic for a contract to provide mechanical operations and maintenance services in Montpelier, VT (Federal Building).

Hourly pay rate: $46.35 per hour. Health and Welfare Pay: $7.50 per hour (up to 40 hours per week). This full-time union position offers vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and a pension plan in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Candidate must be willing to obtain/maintain Nate Certification within 6 months of employment. Lead HVAC Mechanic (Nate Certified) pay rate is $48.41 per hour.

The Lead HVAC Mechanic shall have at a minimum a high school diploma or equivalency and at least 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

• 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.
• Lead technical staff, prepare work schedules, and assign specific duties. Serve as subject matter expert in the hiring of technical staff.
• Communicate fluently in the English language (orally and in writing).
• Prepare and carry out building safety plans.
• Ensure that on‑site technical staff complies with security requirements. Keep proper logs of subcontractor sign‑ins/outs at access points.
• Schedule, coordinate, and carry out preventive maintenance (PMs). Ensure that the building is well maintained and operational at all times.
• Ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, as well as federal regulations.
• Respond promptly to customer requests and complaints.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors who service the buildings.
• Ensure that tapping into existing utilities, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security systems meets building policies and procedures.
• Carry out operations and energy plans for all buildings under this contract.
• Ensure that testing, planned shutdowns, and start‑ups of systems are conducted to maintain system integrity.
• Ensure adequate testing, commissioning, and training occur for all repairs, alterations, and construction projects.
• Track all building electrical and mechanical service capabilities to coordinate future tie‑ins.
• Document all building inspections on pertinent GSA forms.
• Advise the Project Manager and COR of any dangerous conditions, accidents, or other safety conditions requiring immediate action.
• Be available at all times, including after‑hours and holidays, to respond to emergencies within the federal facility.
• Regularly meet with the COR to provide updates on contract performance.
• Plan and conduct preventive maintenance programs, keep records, and prepare reports.
• Train new employees.
• Repair HVAC equipment and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Develop work schedules and assign specific duties.
• Control access to mechanical areas within the building. Schedule all building services activities to avoid interference with operations.
• Be present at the assigned building at all times during normal working hours.
• Respond to all emergencies