HVAC Chiller Technician

TechFlow • Jacksonville, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow, is hiring an HVAC Chiller Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and surrounding installations. The role installs, modifies, repairs, and maintains commercial and industrial refrigeration, air-conditioning, ventilation, and environmental-control systems, including chillers up to 500 tons, VRF and VAV systems, CRAC units, process coolers, and related pneumatic, DDC, and building-control systems. Work includes advanced installation, assembly, testing, calibration, adjustment, and modification of temperature-control and environmental-control equipment, along with repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydronic, and refrigerant-system components. The position also prepares work orders and material-cost estimates and may help train lower-level workers. The posting advertises steady, non-seasonal work of 40 hours every week, no travel, and overtime availability on evenings and weekends. The stated total compensation package is $59.97 per hour, consisting of $44.72 per hour plus $15.25 in fringe benefits used toward insurance and 401(k).

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent amounts of technical training and experience.
• At least 4 years of advanced experience maintaining, repairing, installing, and operating commercial or industrial heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems.
• Experience inspecting, disassembling, assembling, replacing, and repairing HVAC/R systems and components, including compressors, motors, burners, pumps, filters, ductwork, pipes, valves, refrigerants, refrigerant-recovery systems, and pressure vessels.
• Experience installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and replacing control systems.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration License.
• Valid driver’s license compliant with the REAL ID Act, or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Regular, dependable attendance.
• U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.
• Ability to operate HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance equipment; plan and manage projects; prepare and maintain accurate records; and handle hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of indoor-air monitoring equipment and interpretation of resulting data, design and construction standards, 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 HVAC repair.
• Adaptability and flexibility in work situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; use hands and arms, reach, talk, and walk; sit, bend, squat, stand, twist, and stoop for prolonged periods; climb ladders; and enter confined spaces.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied temperatures, including extreme conditions, and weather.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair refrigerant systems, including VRF systems, chillers, reversible chillers, and CRAC units.
• Cut and bend tubing and pipe; join, solder, and install refrigerant piping and valves.
• Test refrigerant piping joints and connections for leaks and verify leak-free operation using a vacuum pump and vacuum-hold test.
• Test and verify components, including motors, compressors, temperature and humidity controls, and ventilation fans.
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
• Add or remove refrigerant to achieve proper subcooling and superheat.
• Monitor pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to ensure proper operation.
• Insulate pipes and secure insulation in place.
• Install, repair, and service air-conditioning systems up to 500 tons in warehouses, barracks, and commercial buildings.
• Prepare work orders and material-cost estimates.
• Assist in training lower-level workers in mechanical repair techniques.
• Install, modify, and repair refrigeration, air-conditioning, ventilation, and environmental-control systems and related control equipment.
• Perform advanced installation tasks, including assembly, testing, calibration, and adjustment of temperature- and environmental-control systems.
• Install new or repaired components and perform complex system and component modifications in accordance with applicable electrical publications and directives.
• Maintain and repair specialized equipment, including DOAS, MAU, and Pool Pak systems.
• Perform complex repairs to components such as compressors, condensers, heat pumps, refrigerant lines, valves, meters, gauges, thermostats, pumps, mechanical linkages, electrical components, controls, variable-speed drives, and hydronic and economizer systems.
• Follow workplace safety practices and use tools, equipment, supplies, and personal protective equipment appropriately.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Insurance allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision health-care plan.
• Retirement plan (401(k), IRA).
• Basic and voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and federal holidays.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Safety allowance.
• Uniforms.
• Annual increases to wages and allowance.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

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