Maintenance Mechanic

US Facilities•Philadelphia, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking Maintenance Mechanics in Philadelphia to operate and maintain equipment in a commercial/industrial HVAC/R environment, including RTUs, AHUs, VFDs, MURs, boilers, chillers, energy management systems, refrigeration systems, and associated equipment. The role involves interpreting system gauges, meters, and charts; adjusting controls for safe and efficient operation; keeping operational logs; maintaining equipment; performing routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance; operating building automation systems; and keeping records of services, repairs, and supplies. The mechanic may perform mechanical and electrical repairs and other duties as required. The position performs repairs and maintenance on building heating, cooling, and ventilation components, including advanced HVAC tasks involving piping systems, motors and controllers, pneumatic systems, and chilled water. Duties include maintaining air handlers and other mechanical equipment by changing filters and belts, adding oil, and cleaning coils and drain pans; operating, installing, repairing, and maintaining equipment such as exhaust fans, automatic valves, controls, refrigeration systems, and space heating and cooling units. The mechanic must respond to emergencies such as floods and power outages. This is work in a correctional facility operating 24/7, with shifts assigned and potentially involving multiple schedules. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Three years of maintenance experience, plus an additional two years of experience attending boilers and chillers in a boiler room; experience in a large commercial facility is preferred.
Ability to operate building automation systems.
Universal Refrigeration Certification required.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read and speak English clearly.
Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and layouts.
Must provide basic hand tools and test equipment.
Able to climb ladders and walk long distances.
Able to lift 50 pounds and work in all climate conditions.
Must pass a background investigation without criminal history and pre-employment and random drug testing.
Must be able to work overtime when required.

Nice To Haves

Philadelphia Class A license preferred.
Experience attending boilers and chillers in a large commercial facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain HVAC/R and associated building equipment, including RTUs, AHUs, VFDs, MURs, boilers, chillers, energy management systems, and refrigeration systems.
Observe and interpret system readings on gauges, meters, and charts, and adjust controls to support safe, efficient operation and service demands.
Record operating information in logs and maintain records of maintenance services, repairs, and supplies.
Keep system engines, machinery, and equipment in good working order through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
Perform repairs and maintenance on building heating, cooling, and ventilation components.
Perform HVAC work involving piping systems, motors and controllers, pneumatic systems, and chilled-water systems.
Maintain air handlers and other mechanical equipment by changing filters and belts, adding oil, and cleaning coils and drain pans.
Operate, install, repair, and maintain air handlers, exhaust fans, automatic valves, pneumatic and electrical controls, refrigeration systems, and space heating and cooling units.
Respond to emergencies, including floods and power outages.
Perform mechanical and electrical repairs and other duties as assigned.