Maintenance Trades Specialist II - Mech/HVAC

JT4•Edwards AFB, CA

About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy through the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Maintenance Trades Specialist II works under limited supervision of the work unit Lead and applies general maintenance-trades knowledge, with advanced Mechanical/HVAC skills, to repair facilities, machinery, mechanical equipment, and related subsystems in accordance with applicable trade guides and regulations. The role includes diagnosing mechanical equipment problems, dismantling and repairing equipment, replacing defective parts, preparing specifications for major repairs, and reassembling and adjusting machines. HVAC work includes installing, servicing, and repairing environmental-control systems; installing compressors, condensers, evaporators, ductwork, tubing, pipes, valves, controls, fans, and filters; connecting system components to controls and power; checking gauges and adjusting operation; insulating pipes; and replacing defective electrical components and wiring. The employee may direct or instruct lower-level maintenance workers. The position requires compliance with quality-assurance, safety, environmental, and training requirements. The employee must be able to obtain PFAS, forklift, and MEWP certifications, work at elevated locations, complete section master task list requirements on schedule, and obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance within 180 days. Overtime, weekend work, varying shifts, and field assignments may be required. Work is generally outdoors, though it may take place in a shop or repair facility, and may involve moderate noise, extreme weather, remote-site travel, frequent stooping and stretching, and lifting or carrying 50 pounds or more. Items heavier than 50 pounds require two people or mechanical assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completed training as part of a formal apprenticeship program.
Five years of directly related work experience, with demonstrated proficiency in Mechanical/HVAC building-trade disciplines.
Working knowledge of a second trade, acquired through on-the-job training or continuing education.
For an incumbent whose base trade is HVAC, CFC certification is required upon hire.
Working knowledge of technical terminology and language structure related to a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment and systems supported by the work unit.
Basic personal computer skills and knowledge of application software and database use sufficient to maintain records and files.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Valid, current state-issued driver’s license.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance within 180 days.
Ability to obtain PFAS, forklift, and MEWP certifications and perform work at elevated locations.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, varying shifts, and field assignments as operational requirements dictate.
Ability to frequently stoop, stretch, and lift or carry 50 pounds or more; loads heavier than 50 pounds require two people or mechanical assistance.

Responsibilities

Diagnose mechanical equipment problems and malfunctions.
Dismantle or partly dismantle subsystems and repair them, primarily using hand tools.
Replace defective parts using available stock.
Prepare written specifications for major repairs.
Reassemble machines and make adjustments required for operation.
Install, service, and repair environmental-control systems using refrigeration, pipefitting, and structural-layout knowledge.
Mount compressor and condenser units according to blueprints or specifications.
Fabricate and install ductwork and chassis parts using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment.
Install evaporator units in chassis or air-duct systems.
Cut, bend, or thread tubing and pipe and join refrigerant-system components using fittings and soldering.
Install expansion and discharge valves in refrigerant circuits.
Connect motors, compressors, temperature and humidity controls, and ventilation fans to control panels and power sources.
Install air and water filters.
Monitor pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to ensure proper operation.
Insulate pipes and secure insulation with cement or wire bands.
Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring using electrician hand tools and test equipment.
Provide work direction to or instruct lower-level maintenance workers as required.
Comply with quality-assurance, safety, environmental, operational, and training requirements.
Complete section master task list requirements within established timelines.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.