HVAC Mechanic (Building Engineer)

INNOVATIVE CONSULTING & MANAGEMENT•Brownsville, TX

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients. ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is with teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments. ICMS is seeking an HVAC Mechanic (Building Engineer) for the technical operations of a federal facility. This role is essential to ensuring continuous and smooth operation, tenant comfort, and system reliability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or an Associate’s degree in HVAC, Electrical Technology, or Building Maintenance preferred
Eight years of experience in commercial or federal building operations and facilities maintenance.
At least five (5) years of recent (within the past 7 years) experience in a supervisory capacity with similar characteristics and complexity to be maintained as this requirement.
EPA 608 Certification required
A/C Refrigeration Operator Certification required
One or more of the following certifications (or equivalent experience): - N.A.P.E. Air Conditioning III – Operations and Management (National Association of Power Engineers) - Advanced Boiler Operator Certification - International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) (Class 2 minimum, Class 1 preferred) stationary engineer
Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and prevent equipment failures
Proficiency in managing HVAC personnel and general maintenance workers (GMWs), ensuring high-quality work performance.
Fluent in English (spoken, written, and reading comprehension)
Must be available outside of standard working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies, urgent operational needs, or other unforeseen situations as required
Must meet federal government security clearance standards, requiring at least a Public Trust background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in government contracting is highly desired

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and repair all HVAC systems including air handlers, rooftop units, VAVs, chillers, boilers, heat pumps, and exhaust systems
Plan, Schedule, perform and/or monitor preventive and corrective maintenance on all MEP systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Vertical Transportation) including lighting, breakers, transformers, motors, switchgear, and panels
Monitor, troubleshoot, and adjust Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS) to optimize building performance and energy efficiency
Respond to work orders, tenant service requests, and emergency calls, ensuring timely resolution of issues with minimal downtime
Maintain daily logs, equipment records, and documentation in CMMS
Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
Coordinate and oversee work by third-party vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with safety standards and service agreements
Manage staff to provide general maintenance, tenant support, custodial and grounds care
Ensure all systems operate in accordance with local, state, and federal codes, including OSHA, NEC, and ASHRAE guidelines
Perform routine inspections of mechanical rooms, electrical closets, and rooftop equipment
Participate in emergency response plans, fire drills, and after-hours on-call rotations as needed.