Master HVAC Technician

EMI Services; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raises

No travel

Union benefits

Local 2924

Job summary

EMI Services in North Carolina is seeking a Master HVAC Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure at Camp Lejeune. You will install, modify and repair a wide range of refrigeration and HVAC systems up to 1100 tons, including DOAS and MAU equipment, ensuring reliability for essential facilities.

The role requires 10+ years of industry experience, a valid license, and the ability to read plans, work safely, and mentor junior technicians while delivering high-quality service on-site.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of advanced maintenance, repair, installation and operation of commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Experience inspecting, disassembling, assembling, replacing and repairing HVAC components including compressors, motors, burners, pumps and refrigerants.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to obtain REAL ID; pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair refrigerant systems including VRF, chillers and CRAC units.
• Cut and bend tubing, assemble piping, and install refrigerant valves.
• Test joints for leaks and verify with vacuum tests.
• Verify proper operation of motors, compressors, and temperature/humidity controls.
• Replace faulty breakers, thermostats, switches, fuses, and wiring.
• Install/repair air conditioning systems up to 1100 tons in warehouses and barracks.
• Prepare work orders and cost estimates and train junior staff.

Skills

HVAC experience

Safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

Make Coastal North Carolina Your New Home! The Jacksonville North Carolina area offers the perfect mix of career opportunity and coastal living, with communities like Swansboro, Hubert, Richlands, Sneads Ferry, Holly Ridge, and North Topsail Beach offering a variety of lifestyles within an easy commute of Camp Lejeune. Enjoy beautiful beaches, boating, fishing, waterfront dining, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community- all while being just 15-30 minutes from work in many areas. It’s a great opportunity to build your career while enjoying the laid‑back coastal lifestyle North Carolina is known for.

• Annual Increases- Wages and Allowance
• Non-Seasonal- 40 Hours EVERY week
• No Travel- All work located on Camp Lejeune and surrounding installations
• Local 2924- Union Benefits

EMI Service is hiring a Master HVAC Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure at Camp Lejeune! The Master HVAC Technician installs, modifies and repairs refrigeration systems such as: hermetic, semi-hermetic, screw, scroll and centrifugal units to 1100 tons; air conditioning; VAV and ventilation; VRF systems; CRAC units; geo-thermal; reversible chillers; air and water‑cooled chillers; process coolers; ice machines; evaporative cooling; air compressing and related control systems, including pneumatic, DDC, and building control systems equipment. This person performs advanced installation tasks involving assembly, testing, calibrating, and adjusting of temperature control and environmental control systems such as air conditioning plants, air environmental control systems, air distribution systems and complex dual equipment cooling installations, specialized refrigerated warehouses and facilities and dehumidification systems.

Additionally, the Master HVAC Technician installs new or repaired components and performs complex modifications of systems and components in accordance with applicable electrical publications and directives, and will maintain and repair specialized equipment such as DOAS; MAU and Pool Pak systems. This mechanic may perform complex repair of systems component such as compressors, condensers, heat pumps, fluid and refrigerant gas lines, valves, meters, gages, thermostats, pumps, mechanical linkage, electrical components, switching and controlling devices including pneumatic controls, variable speed drives, digital controlled devices, hydronic heating, cooling and economizer systems

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE $77.16 per hour!

$61.91/ hr. plus $15.25 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k!

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various refrigerant systems to include; Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems, Chillers, Reversible Chillers, CRAC Units.
• Cut and bend tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools, cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment. Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant, installs various refrigerant valves in circuit(s).
• Test joints and connections in refrigerant piping for leaks using leak detector, verifies leak free using vacuum pump and vacuum hold test.
• Test and verify proper operation of components, connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls and ventilation fans.
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units.
• Add/remove Freon to refrigerant systems to achieve proper subcooling and superheat.
• Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.
• Wrap pipes in insulation batting and secure them in place with cement or wire bands.
• Install, repair and service air conditioners, ranging up to 1100 tons cooling capacity in warehouses, barracks and commercial buildings.
• Prepare work orders and cost materials estimates.
• Assist in training lower-level workers in mechanical repair techniques.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Knowledge and proficiency of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of commercial and industrial grade HVAC equipment.
• Required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in the installation, repair and maintenance on HVAC equipment; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and handling hazardous materials.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: indoor air monitoring equipment and interpret resulting data; standards for design and construction; air conditioning and heating codes; hazards and safety precautions; and refrigerant handling and disposal.
• Knowledge of safety issues in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment.
• Be adaptable and flexible in work situations.
• PRACTICE WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment.
• Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent amounts of technical training and experience.
• 10+ years of ADVANCED experience in the advanced maintenance, repair, installation and operation of COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Experience must include inspection, disassembly, assembly, replacement and repair of heating, ventilation, refrigeration and/or air conditioning systems to include compressors, motors, burners, pumps, filters, ductwork, pipes, valves, refrigerants and their recovery systems and pressure vessels.
• Experience in installing, calibrating, troubleshooting and replacement of control systems is required.
• Valid driver's license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• US citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping.
• Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions.

* Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.