HVAC Commercial Mechanic

CBRE Government & Defense Services•Fort Irwin, CA

About The Position

The HVAC Commercial Mechanic installs, maintains, services, troubleshoots, and repairs environmental-control, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems, applying knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout. HVAC certification is required. The role covers a range of equipment and systems, including chillers, air-handling units, controls, package units, split systems, exhaust fans, refrigerators, freezers, and hot- and chilled-water pumps. The mechanic also participates in the site's predictive maintenance program. The position includes evaluating equipment and determining repair needs; installing and adjusting refrigeration and air-conditioning components; charging systems with refrigerant and testing for leaks; optimizing system performance; repairing associated electrical and pneumatic systems; performing plumbing procedures and preventive maintenance; and providing other duties and shift coverage as required. Personnel handling refrigerants must hold certification compliant with EPA 608 rules under the Clean Air Act. The work requires reading blueprints, sketches, and specifications; using shop mathematics and trade tools and testing equipment; interpreting and developing technical reports; and applying broad mechanical trade knowledge. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, working in varied positions, climbing ladders, standing for extended periods, and frequent arm extensions. The role may involve occasional exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, and chemicals, and minor safety hazards. Applicants must pass a local background check and be able to obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire. Pre-employment substance abuse testing is conducted as part of the employer's drug-free workplace program.

Requirements

HVAC certification is required.
Personnel handling refrigerants must be certified in accordance with EPA 608 refrigerant rules under the Clean Air Act.
Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and specifications pertaining to air-conditioning and refrigeration systems; follow oral instructions; use shop mathematics; and lay out work.
Broad trade knowledge of mechanical principles and standard shop methods of the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Trade.
High level of computer aptitude and knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Ability to interpret and develop technical reports.
Ability to operate system testing equipment and use the tools and equipment necessary for the trade.
Ability to follow standard methods and procedures and perform unusual and difficult operations when needed.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, squat, bend, stoop, kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods, and extend arms constantly.
Ability to pass a local background check and obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or certification in one or more predictive maintenance technologies, such as vibration analysis, infrared, or ultrasound.
Previous experience with predictive maintenance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including chillers, air-handling units, controls, package units, split systems, exhaust fans, refrigerators, freezers, and hot- and chilled-water pumps.
Operate systems and examine and evaluate equipment to determine needed repairs.
Install refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and components in accordance with design specifications.
Charge refrigeration systems with refrigerant gas and test for leaks.
Start units and adjust refrigeration units, humidifiers, heaters, air cleaners, and circulating pumps for proper operation.
Adjust systems for optimal performance.
Check system performance, determine problems, and repair, adjust, or replace defective elements.
Install, maintain, and repair electrical and pneumatic systems associated with refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
Install, maintain, repair, and operate centrifugal and reciprocating refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and pneumatic/electro-mechanical temperature controls.
Perform plumbing procedures necessary for the operation of systems and equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance and participate in the site's predictive maintenance program.
Perform other duties and provide shift coverage as required.