HVAC Mechanic

Amentum•Kings Bay Base, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to support a government contract in Kings Bay, Georgia. This role involves installing, servicing, and repairing environmental control systems in various settings, including residences, office buildings, and commercial/industrial facilities. The position requires knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout, as well as strong computer skills for troubleshooting digital control software. Responsibilities include fabricating and installing ductwork, cutting and bending tubing and pipes, joining components, installing valves, and performing electrical connections for motors, compressors, and control panels. The role also involves installing air and water filters, testing systems for leaks, insulating pipes, and replacing defective electrical components. There is a possibility of installing and servicing air conditioners up to 200 tons cooling capacity. The position also includes performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Must have at least one of the following: Graduate of an accredited technical school's diploma program in HVAC/R or Three (3) years verifiable commercial work experience as a journey level HVAC/R mechanic or county, state, or city HVAC/R license.
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Must possess CFC Refrigerant Universal Class A
Strong computer skills required for troubleshooting and correcting digital control software.
Must be knowledgeable in the use of specialized tools used to perform necessary corrective and preventive maintenance and repairs
Must possess the standard tools of the trade.
Must have and wear hard-toed safety shoes which meet ASTM F2413-05 standards
Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Nice To Haves

Metasys ™, Telatrole ™, or Niagra TM Building Automation experience

Responsibilities

Installs, services, and repairs environmental-control systems.
Mounts compressor, condenser units and chiller units.
Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts.
Installs evaporator units in chassis or in air duct systems.
Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape.
Cuts and threads pipe.
Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units.
Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit.
Electrically 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 Nz into compressor to test systems and adds refrigerant gas and/ or glycol to build up prescribed operating pressure.
Observes pressure and vacuum, gauges, and adjusts controls to ensure proper operation.
Tests joints and connects for gas leaks.
Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place.
Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches and fuses, and electrical wiring to repair equipment.
May install, repair, and service air conditioners, ranging from 5 - 200 tons cooling capacity.
Performs other duties as assigned.