HVAC Technician

Skookum•Fort Riley, KS

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a productive and insightful HVAC Technician with a positive attitude to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment at Fort Riley in Junction City, Kansas. The role involves working directly with customers to understand their needs, explain unexpected or additional repairs, respond to inquiries and complaints, and provide diagnoses and repair recommendations. The technician coordinates with the scheduler on repair status and estimated completion dates and ensures completed work meets quality-control standards. Tessera is a national nonprofit government contractor dedicated to creating opportunities for people with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities, and providing a safe and respectful workplace. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and scheduled for the day shift.

Requirements

Experience in HVAC.
HVAC and/or EPA certification is required.
Civilian or military trade school training, or equivalent, is required.
A valid state driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance are required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access; a background check and E-Verify will be conducted.
Must be a legal U.S. resident and able to communicate clearly in English, as specified by the government contract.
Must have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative to access the federal military installation.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Must be able to perform the stated physical demands, with or without assistance, including reaching, kneeling, walking, standing, repetitive motion, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and using stairs, potentially for several hours at a time.
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and troubleshoot HVAC malfunctions.
Perform preventive maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
Use wire diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and drawings to perform repairs and maintenance.
Install and clean air and water filters.
Install and program thermostats.
Fabricate, assemble, and install ductwork and chassis parts.
Connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels, and connect control panels to power sources.
Communicate directly with customers about unexpected or additional repairs and determine customer needs.
Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
Ensure completed work meets quality-control standards.
Diagnose difficult problems and suggest solutions and repairs to customers.
Communicate with the scheduler to update repair status and estimate completion dates.
Maintain professionalism in appearance and demeanor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Life and short-term disability insurance.
$5.09 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
11 paid federal holidays.
Accrual of 12 paid vacation days at the start of employment.
Paid sick leave.
Potential shared earning bonus.
Tuition assistance after one year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents.
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
Verizon wireless discount.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees.