HVAC Technician

TechFlow, Inc. • Patuxent River, MD

21d • Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow, is hiring a commercial HVAC Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. The Technician maintains, repairs, replaces, and modernizes HVAC systems to achieve regulated climatic conditions. The role requires extensive knowledge of HVAC principles and the ability to diagnose, test, and correct malfunctions using efficient repair methods. The Technician must be a currently licensed journeyman with EPA certification and be able to repair a variety of systems.

The position is based at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, with no travel, and offers 40 hours of work every week. Compensation is listed as $75.41 per hour total, comprising $46.02 per hour in wages and $29.39 per hour in fringe benefits used toward insurance and a 401(k).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience maintaining, repairing, installing, and operating commercial heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems.
• Current Maryland Journeyman License.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration License.
• HVAC training or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license compliant with the REAL ID Act, or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
• Ability to read schematic diagrams.
• Understanding of the refrigeration cycle and ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and recommend repair strategies.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, and walk; sit, bend, squat, stand, twist, or stoop for prolonged periods; climb ladders; and enter confined spaces.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures, including some extremes, and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, replace, and modernize HVAC systems.
• Work on split package, residential-style, light commercial, mini-split, VAV, and AHU equipment.
• Use a multimeter to check voltage.
• Use a torch for brazing.
• Prepare work orders and cost material estimates.
• May assist in training lower-level workers in mechanical repair techniques.
• Diagnose, test, and correct HVAC malfunctions and recommend repair strategies.
• Follow workplace safety practices when using tools, equipment, and supplies, including proper use of PPE.

Benefits

• Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance benefit through Local 602.
• Disability insurance under union medical.
• EMI short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Tool allowance.
• Uniforms.
• Union tuition, training, and license reimbursement.
• Annual increases to wages and allowance.
• Referral program.
• Local 602 union benefits.
• Generous benefits package consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

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