Mechanical Technician

Insight Global; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A government service firm is seeking a Secret Mechanical Facilities Technician to ensure critical infrastructure operates optimally. Responsibilities include maintenance of HVAC systems, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and adhering to safety protocols. Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience in a related field and an active Secret clearance. This is a full-time position based onsite in San Antonio, TX.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years in mechanical roles related to federal/DoD facilities.
• Experience with HVAC units, chillers, and pumps is essential.
• Active electrical/mechanical certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure mechanical systems operate at peak efficiency.
• Perform planned maintenance on facility equipment.
• Respond to mechanical failures and emergencies.
• Utilize the Building Management System for monitoring.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Mechanical experience

Experience with centrifugal chillers

Active EPA certification

Electrical/Mechanical license

Job description

Overview

Position: Secret Mechanical Facilities Technician

Location: onsite in San Antonio, TX at JBSA-Lackland

Salary: $75,000-89,000/year (depending on experience)

Must Haves:

• Active Secret clearance (or previously held a security clearance through the DoD)
• 3+ years of mechanical experience within federal/DoD facilities (data center, hospital, etc.)
• Experience with centrifugal chillers greater than 300 tons and boilers
• Active EPA certification
• Active Electrical and/or Mechanical TDLR, Journeyman, or Master license/certification

Day-to-Day

• As a key member of the data center operations team, your daily responsibilities will center on ensuring the mechanical systems supporting critical infrastructure are maintained and operating at peak efficiency.
• Performing planned preventative maintenance and daily corrective work on mechanical systems, such as HVAC units, chillers, pumps, and other facility equipment.
• Responding to emergency situations involving mechanical failures to minimize downtime and maintain continuous operation of mission-critical systems.
• Using hand tools and test equipment to install, troubleshoot, and repair new or replacement parts for existing mechanical units.
• Reading and reviewing blueprints, mechanical riser drawings, and job specifications to understand system layouts and plan maintenance or repairs.
• Conducting daily facility walk-throughs to document and monitor mechanical parameters such as temperature, humidity, and equipment status for trend analysis.
• Utilizing the Building Management System (BMS) to monitor and verify the operational status of mechanical infrastructure.
• Logging all maintenance activities related to mechanical systems in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Applying safe working practices at all times, including lockout/tagout procedures and maintaining good housekeeping in mechanical work areas.
• Assisting higher-level technicians with advanced mechanical procedures as needed.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Government Relations Services