Job Title: HVAC Mechanic
Location: Fort Campbell, Kentucky
General Summary:
Primarily performs maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, servicing and programming of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Commercial and Industrial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Systems (HVACR), Exhaust Fans, Return Fans, Make Up Air Fans, Commercial Kitchen Equipment, Pneumatic and Mechanical systems, and Electrical Motors, Belt and Direct Driven, of various size and horsepower. Performs duties to support energy sustainment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Understands the proper procedures to filling out all required paperwork (Time Sheet, Parts Order Forms, etc.).
- Performs a variety of duties related to trouble call, corrective maintenance, and preventative maintenance, within the assigned timeframe.
- Ability to perform work with limited or no supervision.
- Operations, maintenance, and monitoring of BAS-building automation systems.
- Performs maintenance, repair and operation of all HVACR / commercial equipment / systems.
- Troubleshoots, repairs, programs and maintains DDC, BAS, VFD sensors and mechanical devices.
- Performs repair and maintenance of critical refrigerated systems.
- Knowledge of repair, testing, and maintenance for fire alarm and life safety systems.
- Repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical equipment, and miscellaneous electro-mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams / schematics to troubleshoot the electrical components of various units.
- Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces and the workshop.
- Assists the maintenance team, as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements:
- All appropriate safety practices for working with hand and power tools.
- BAS, DDC, Electrical, Plumbing, HVACR, safe operation and repairs.
- OSHA safety rules, AHA (Activity Hazard Analysis), LOTO (lockout-tag out).
- Coordinate and work with other staff members to achieve project deadlines.
- Read and comprehend operations and maintenance manuals, schematics, blueprints, and shop drawings.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot systems using electronics, metering devices, bolometer, computers, and software systems.
- Ability to identify and resolve failures/alarms related to critical building equipment.
- Ability to fabricate items using hand and power tools.
- Ability to accurately determine time and materials required for a job.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a healthcare or similar regulated industrial setting as an HVAC Mechanic, with primary assignment to operate and manage BAS, DDC, and HVACR systems. Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
- Required: Related HVAC certification, or documented military journeyman level or higher for the respective trade, and Universal Certification CFC/ESCO or Institute Certification for HVAC or related accredited certification.
- Required: Valid driver's license.
- Preferred: Completion of Mechanical Evaluation Certification for Hospital (MECH); completion of an accredited apprenticeship program; knowledge of NFPA, NEC, TJC, OSHA, and applicable local, state and federal codes.
- Obtain and maintain required certifications.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying climatic weather conditions. Required to wear protective clothing and devices when working with hazardous chemicals.
- Subject to hazardous gases, high pressure gases, hot liquids, dirt, dust, and oil/grease. Possible exposure to hazardous materials requiring the use of respirators and personal protective equipment.
- Requires physical dexterity, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting heavy objects. Must be physically able to work on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, roofs, and in cramped equipment rooms and other confined spaces, including ductwork, pits, and crawl spaces.
- Lifting and carrying varies depending on equipment location, up to 10-40 ft. in height. Ability to push 50 lbs. and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Employees must be able to obtain and maintain any base access credentials required by the installation.
This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
