Mission-Critical HVAC/R Technician — Base Ops Japan

Trinzic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR supports the U.S. Air Force with infrastructure, security, and maintenance at Kyogamisaki and Shariki Communications Sites in Japan.

The role inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems, refrigeration, and facility equipment, ensuring mission-critical support and safety compliance. Under limited supervision, you will handle complex HVAC tasks, read schematics, and coordinate with the team to maintain site operations, while adhering to environmental and

Qualifications

• US citizen with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain prior to deployment.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of arrival.
• Must have 5+ years of HVAC/R experience and knowledge of fuels, refrigerants, hazardous materials.
• Ability to read drawings/schematics and interpret documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, repair HVAC/R systems.
• Diagnose and repair refrigeration and kitchen equipment, HVAC components, and related systems.
• Inspect and maintain fire safety systems and site facilities.
• Operate and maintain MHE and site vehicles as required.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE.

Skills

US Citizenship

Active DoD Secret Clearance

HVAC/R expertise

Reading drawings/schematics

EPA Section 608 Certification

Passport valid for 13+ months

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo

Bobcat/MHE equipment

Job description

KBR supports the U.S. Air Force with infrastructure, security, and maintenance at Kyogamisaki and Shariki Communications Sites in Japan.

The role inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems, refrigeration, and facility equipment, ensuring mission-critical support and safety compliance. Under limited supervision, you will handle complex HVAC tasks, read schematics, and coordinate with the team to maintain site operations, while adhering to environmental and