HVAC Mechanic

Dexterra•Shepherdstown, WV

5d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Mechanic performs all HVAC services at the customer site in Shepherdstown, WV. This role involves installing, servicing, and repairing environmental-control systems in commercial establishments. The mechanic will also be responsible for fabricating and assembling ductwork, working with tubing and piping to create refrigerant circuits, and connecting various components to control panels. Additionally, the position includes maintaining kitchen equipment and boilers, performing diagnostic tests, and replacing electrical controls and wiring. The role may also require performing other duties such as after-hours coverage, housekeeping, event setups, and office moves.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout
Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications
Must possess Universal HVAC Certification
Valid state issued driver’s license with Real ID

Responsibilities

Installs, services and repairs environmental-control systems in commercial establishments.
Fabricates, assembles and installs ductwork using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment.
Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape using cutting and bending equipment and tools.
Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of 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 ventilation fans to control panels.
Installs air and water filters and adds Freon to build up prescribed operating pressures.
Clean refrigeration condensers and cooling towers.
Maintain oil fired boilers to include water tube, fire tube and sectional boilers.
Maintains kitchen equipment to include walk in units, reach in boxes, ovens, steamer, dish washers and ice machines.
Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.
Tests joints and connections for gas leaks using gauges or soap-and-water solution.
Wraps pipes in insulation.
Replaces defective electrical controls to include thermostats, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to installed units.
May install, repair and service air conditioners ranging in various cooling capacity in all buildings.
May be required to perform other duties to include but not limited to after hours shift coverage, holiday coverage, housekeeping of assigned areas, event set ups, and office moves.