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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

HEATING VENTILATION AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC

Holloman AFB, New Mexico, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$59K/yr - $69K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking a Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Mechanic at Holloman AFB. The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, repair, and modify large/complex HVAC/R systems and boiler systems, ensuring optimal operation of air conditioning and heating systems.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots a variety of HV AC/R systems to include large commercial, industrial refrigeration, air conditioning systems and supporting equipment with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate malfunctions

Installs, repairs, and maintains large commercial and industrial ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning (AC), and cooling systems with complex problems and extensive repairs. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment

Installs, modifies, overhauls, repairs, and maintains a variety of complex heating boilers and/or heating systems, single and multiple fuel power boilers, steam heating boiler systems and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment. Installs, modifies, overhauls, repairs, and maintains a variety of complex air compressor systems for low and high pressure applications, and associated drying equipment

Plans, lays out and installs a variety of large complex commercial and industrial systems and supporting equipment used to condition air in warehouses, shops, hangars, and large office buildings from electrical/electronic wiring diagrams, schematics, technical orders, blueprints, drawings, electrical/plumbing codes, and work orders

Performs essential and incidental electrical work to the maintenance and operation of HV AC/R and Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems. Performs preventive maintenance on HV AC/R systems and electronic control systems to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly and assist with calibration

Qualification

HVAC/R systemsBoiler systemsDirect Digital Control (DDC)Electrical workRefrigerants knowledgeSafety practicesBlueprint interpretationTroubleshooting skillsMechanical principles

Required

U.S. Citizenship Required

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Disclosure of Political Appointments

Shift work may be required

Emergency overtime may be required

The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position

Position requires CFC/NCFC Certification (universal) as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F., EPA

Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position

Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth

Will be required to train/guide lower graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees

The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays

This is a drug test position. The employee will be subject to random drug tests

This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations

Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available

This position has a limited area of consideration to Command-wide (AETC)

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family

The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a HEATING VENTILATION AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC without more than normal supervision

Knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties of refrigerants to understand the construction and operation of a variety of large industrial and commercial refrigeration and A/C systems

Ability to test, troubleshoot, calibrate or repair HV AC electric, electronic and direct digital controls (DDC) systems

Knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical principles to inspect, install, test, maintain, and repair power heating systems and associated auxiliary equipment which use natural gas or liquid propane for steam or hot water production and distribution

Knowledge of environmental, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation

Skill in the use of measuring instruments such as gauges, multimeters, recorders, analog/electronic displays and computer generated data to determine operational status and make necessary adjustments

Skill in dismantling, repairing, and reassembling pumps, impellers, compressors, chillers, receivers, and evaporators to include balancing, aligning, and maintaining turbines, pumps, generators; troubleshooting complex problems on large projects; and applying prescribed test procedures

Skill in using hand tools, portable power tools, and a wide variety of test equipment including special tools, such as electronic manifold gauges, acetylene torch, ammeters, electronic leak detectors, vacuum pump, flow hood and hydronic manometer

Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, schematics, building diagrams, and manufacturer technical manuals to maintain difficult balances of a variety of HV AC/R controls, consisting of electrical, electronic and direct digital controls (DDC) systems

The employee lifts, carries, and handles equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance

Works from ladders, scaffolding platforms, or cramped areas where equipment, parts, or tools are hard to reach

Work requires frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions for long periods

Work involves frequent movement and maneuvering of large, heavy equipment using hoists, holders, and pulleys as required

The employee works indoors and outdoors, on elevated structures, and in cramped areas

Subject to discomfort from face masks or other protective devices when there is a possibility of exposure to chemicals, heat, steam, noise, noxious gases, fumes, or acids

Occasionally works outside, on top of buildings, in drafty attic spaces, and in cramped areas with low overheads

Subject to possible burns, electrical shocks, cuts, strains, bruises, and chemical irritations

Follows prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard-toe shoes, respirators, hard hats, and fire retardant gloves