EPA Certified Tech

Lennox International • Reno, NV

9d • Onsite

About The Position

An EPA Certified Refrigerant Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient recovery and reclamation of refrigerants from HVAC systems. They play a crucial role in environmental sustainability by ensuring the proper handling, recycling, and disposal of HVAC components, in compliance with industry regulations.

Requirements

• Able to operate pump down equipment for refrigerant recovery.
• Willing and able to train Teardown I and II technicians in reclaim process.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work with dust/oil.
• Able to use hand and power tools, including metal cutting saws.
• Works with a positive attitude and is a team player.
• Ability to lift and move moderate to heavy objects.
• Has an attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Able to handle and sort different materials.
• Understand basic computer operations including handling emails.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Type III EPA Freon Recovery Certification.
• Previous reclaim experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, refrigerants, and their environmental impact.
• Requires a high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures and guidelines to ensure efficient, thorough, and safe recovery; log and label recovered refrigerants
• Generate reports on the types and quantities of refrigerants reclaimed.
• Decommission and dismantle HVAC systems, ensuring the safe removal of refrigerants.
• Perform tests on recovered refrigerants to meet industry standards.
• Handle and sort materials through the reclaim process.
• Identify and address any potential issues with the equipment during the recovery process.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards in all reclaim activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE.
• Train and mentor Teardown 1 and 2 technicians on proper methods and safety standard.
• Troubleshoot and resolve teardown process issues and assist in improving workflow efficiency.
• Identify and categorize high-value components (e.g. compressors, motors).
• Operate forklifts and other equipment as needed (with proper certification).

Benefits

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance
• up to 10 days paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED