HVAC Journeyman I (Tier 4) - Dakar

Fluor•Greenville, SC

64d•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, services, and repairs environmental control systems in residences, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout. Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hands tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications. Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment. Installs evaporator unit in chassis or in air duct system, using hand tolls. Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and banding equipment and tools. Cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment. Joins tubing or pipe to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings, or unions, and solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant. Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit. Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating-ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source. Installs air and water filters in completed installation. Injects small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems, and adds refrigerant to build up prescribed operating pressure. Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to ensure efficient operation. Tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using leak detection instrumentation or soap-and-water solution. Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands. Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using electrician’s hand tools and test equipment. May install, repair, and service air-conditioners in accordance with applicable codes, standards and/or manufacturer’s instructions. Will be required to possess the appropriate EPA certification, or an approved equivalent, to perform work with refrigerant. Performs duties in accordance with AR 750-1, AR 710-2, AR 735-5, AR 200–1, AR 58–1, AR 750-10, AR 750-6, DA Pam 750–8, TB MED 750-1, and TM–10, TM–20, TM-30, or manufacturer’s instruction or operating manuals. Other duties as assigned. Journeyman – A skilled craft worker educated in a specific craft, having verifiable minimum experience and/or holds and accepted certification, license and/or degree. Requires minimal supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma / GED equivalent preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years related experience.
Requires the technical skills, job knowledge and physical ability necessary to perform assigned job functions.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at the intermediate level.
Journeyman license/certificate or equivalent is required.
Possess the appropriate EPA certification, or an approved equivalent, to perform work with refrigerant.

Nice To Haves

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Responsibilities

Installs, services, and repairs environmental control systems.
Mounts compressor and condenser units.
Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts.
Installs evaporator unit in chassis or in air duct system.
Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape.
Cuts and threads pipe.
Joins tubing or pipe to various refrigerating units and solders joints.
Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit.
Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating-ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source.
Installs air and water filters.
Injects refrigerant into compressor to test systems and adds refrigerant to build up prescribed operating pressure.
Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to ensure efficient operation.
Tests joints and connections for gas leaks.
Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place.
Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
May install, repair, and service air-conditioners.
Performs duties in accordance with specified regulations and manuals.