HVAC Mechanic (50710)

US&S, Inc.•Gloverville, SC

19d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Mechanic’s role is to perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of District heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities; perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED.
Two years of documentable HVAC journeyman level operation, maintenance and repair experience in the HVAC and refrigeration trade.
Valid photo identification to enter the work area.
Ability to pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screening tests.
Ability to pass requirements to obtain a security badge, as needed by the client.
Authorization to work in the US as per the E-Verify database.
At least 3-5 years of general building knowledge

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ experience employed in a similar role
Prior training in Universal Precautions and Safety Measures.

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes.
Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers.
Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls, including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves, and automatic gas valves.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition; maintain parts and tool inventory.
Repair and rebuild semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors and compressors for centrifugal refrigeration machines.
Perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed; connect motors to control panels.
Test and examine boiler operations, observing meter and pressure gauges; conduct boiler water quality test and treatment; adjust boiler burner combustion.
Lubricate and pack heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air-conditioning motors, pumps, fans, and other equipment.
Install and calibrate systems; install copper tubing and repair pipes and tubing as necessary; test joints and insulate pipes of refrigeration and air conditioning systems; flush boilers, descale tubing; rebuild pressure and temperature safety valves and water pumps.
Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment as necessary.
Maintain related records concerning time, labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required.
Ensures the safety of all clients and other external and internal stakeholders.
Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions and maintenance problems to supervisors and intervenes immediately as needed to ensure safety. (i.e. Blocks access to wet floors, etc.)
Adheres to infection control procedures on an ongoing basis.
Ensures buildings are secured and locked at appropriate times.
Observes appearances and conditions of premises and equipment: reports needed repairs, safety hazards or conditions requiring outside vendor services.
Replaces light bulbs and fuses.
Uses all equipment and chemicals in a safe manner and according to directions and / or as trained.
Follows written directions when using chemicals and ensures they are mixed safely.
Uses equipment appropriately, to avoid cuts, sprains and any other injuries to self or others.
Employs proper lifting techniques to prevent injury to self or others.
Attends and participates in staff meetings, including Safety Meetings.
Wears proper clothing (i.e. Slip resistant, closed toe shoes) always to ensure safety.
Works during hours that do not conflict with the client’s schedules and times that do not impose safety hazards.
Requests assistance from coworkers as needed to ensure safety (i.e. Lifting furniture, etc.).
Reports and responds to client grievances immediately, representing US&S in a positive manner.
Consistently performs quality work and completes all assigned quality assurance processes (I.e. Checklists), addressing any noted deficiencies in a timely manner.
Represents US&S favorably to internal and external stakeholders and other stakeholders.
Requests and provides assistance to coworkers as needed.
Informs supervisor when tasks need to be reprioritized and / or when assignments or schedules need to change, or when assignments cannot be completed.
Other job duties as assigned.
Engages in Quality Assurance Functions, such as reading and filling out checklists.
Participates in any investigations, including the need to write statements and /or participate in interviews orally.
Performs tasks designated for coworkers in their absence, as needed.
Adheres to all policies and procedures, including those prescribed in the US&S Employee Handbook and the US&S, Inc. Safety and Health Program Manual.
Participates in ongoing training regarding job performance and safety protocols.