HVAC Mechanic

Bering Straits Native Corp • Fredericksburg, VA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stampede Ventures provides a diverse portfolio of full-service construction, renovation, and civil work to meet the needs of Government and private sector customers. We leverage our experience to provide our customers with the best possible pricing and high-quality service on all projects we perform. Our senior management team has more than 100 years of facility maintenance, repair, renovation and construction experience, primarily serving the U.S. Government. This position involves traveling daily to perform needed preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment, completing PM checklists, closing out work orders, and uploading documentation. The role also includes performing minor repairs on building equipment, working with subcontractors, and maintaining excellent customer relations. The HVAC Mechanic will carry out repair, maintenance, or installation of equipment for commercial systems, and perform inspection, maintenance, adjustment, and repair of equipment to ensure reliable indoor air comfort, as well as laboratory or critical environments. Responsibilities include handling and repairing test equipment, complex centrifugal chillers, direct expansion and chilled water-based cooling systems, large air handlers, electronic and pneumatic direct digital control systems, and air distribution systems. The role also involves operating, procuring, and managing refrigerants, performing repairs on various refrigeration units, maintaining an inventory of parts, designing preventive maintenance programs, conducting chemical tests on cooling tower and chilled water loops, ensuring proper air circulation, assessing vendor specifications, and performing low voltage wiring and BAS system Direct Digital Controllers (DDC). The position requires diagnosing and effecting mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs to HVAC equipment, and carrying out regular periodic plumbing and maintenance tasks.

Requirements

• High school education or GED equivalent
• 5-10 years of experience maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation
• Should own the basic tools needed to perform maintenance on the equipment
• Must be able to pass drug screening
• EPA 608 Certification for refrigerant (Type 1 and Type 2).
• Knowledge of multiple types of HVAC systems (Mini-splits, Rooftop Units, Chillers-Air Cooled, etc)
• Good mechanical/electrical/plumbing skills as related to HVAC equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Ability to travel daily within the Designated area.
• Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools – e.g., Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry‑standard software.
• Knowledge of customer service practices – principles of providing quality service and managing inquiries professionally.
• Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles – awareness of proper handling of sensitive information.
• Communication skills (written and verbal) – ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Time management and prioritization – balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking – analyzing issues and selecting appropriate solutions.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills – building rapport and collaborating effectively with others.
• Attention to detail – producing accurate, error‑free work.

Nice To Haves

• 10-15 years of experience maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment.
• Experience with maintaining multiple locations.
• EPA 608 Certification for refrigerant (Universal)
• Controls Knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily to perform needed preventive maintenance on the HVAC and other equipment as needed.
• Complete PM checklists and close out the work order in Maximo.
• Uploading documents and photos as needed to document work performed.
• Perform minor repairs on building equipment as needed during visits. (Faucets, flushometers, change light bulbs)
• Work with subcontractors for services we do not have capability to offer.
• Maintain excellent customer relations during job performance
• Interacting with all levels of management
• Carry out repair, maintenance, or installation of equipment for the generation, utilization, or distribution of commercial systems
• Perform inspection, maintenance, adjustment, and repair of equipment to ensure constant and reliable indoor air comfort, as well as laboratory or critical environments
• Handle and repair test equipment, complex centrifugal chillers, direct expansion and chilled water-based cooling systems, large air handlers, electronic and pneumatic direct digital control systems, and air distribution systems
• Operate, procure, introduce, and get back HFC, HCFC, and CFC refrigerants
• Perform repairs and maintenance of reach in, walk in, stand alone ice machines, central plan chillers, pumps, free standing A/C units, refrigerators, roof top cooling units, and guest rooms A/C units
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment
• Design an effective preventive maintenance program to ensure maintenance of equipment is scheduled and carried out regularly as at when due
• Carry out chemical test on cooling tower and chilled water loop as required
• Ensure proper air circulation on the air handler by balancing airflow
• Assess vendor specifications and proposals and give recommendations to the customer; supervise material purchase following customer’s ordering procedures
• Perform low voltage wiring; handle BAS system Direct Digital Controllers (DDC)
• Diagnose and effect mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs to HVAC equipment
• Carry out regular periodic plumbing and maintenance tasks as needed

What This Job Offers

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