Job Details
NVE Inc. is seeking an HVAC Mechanic in support of an operations and maintenance (O&M) contract within the Offutt Air Force Base (AFB) in Omaha, NE. The HVAC Mechanic shall have three (3) years of journeyman level experience obtained in a trade or occupation in maintenance, repair and operation of buildings such as: air conditioning equipment mechanic, refrigeration equipment mechanic, Operating Engineer, HVAC control systems mechanic, etc. Candidate must have a third-grade engineer license and be able to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot HVAC equipment. Shift is Monday through Friday (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM). Ability to pass a favorable background check a must!
Essential Functions
Minimum 3 years experience in all facets of HVAC including:
- Thorough knowledge of centralized chilled water systems and related equipment for 1800-ton chillers.
- Maintenance of air handlers with pneumatic and digital controls including secondary pumps, damper motors, blower motors, and belt replacements.
- AHU preheat/reheating of coils.
- High pressure steam plant operations, including water treatment knowledge.
- Ability to work independently troubleshooting and responding to service work orders.
- Chill Beam system knowledge a plus.
Job Requirements/Duties:
- Understand written and oral instructions to perform the required work
- Perform basic building maintenance (preventive, predictive) of a government facility
- Must be knowledgeable and skilled in HVAC installs, services and repairs. Work may include, but is not limited to:
- Connect motors, compressor, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source
- Installs air and water filters in completed installation
- Injects small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems and add Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure
- Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to insure proper operation, test joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges or soap- and-water solution, wraps pipe in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands
- Replace defective breaker controls, thermostat, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units, may install, repair and service air conditioners
- Responsible for maintaining, responding to service requests, as needed, under guidance of the PM or HVAC Lead.
- Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions
- Perform emergency repairs and available for after hour and weekend repairs
- Work effectively with the customer, building tenants and other team members
- Ability to troubleshoot, complete work order assigned in a timely matter
- Ability to read Architectural and Manufacturing blueprints.
Qualifications for the position include:
- High School or Equivalent (at a minimum)
- Third-grade Engineer License (must be maintained for continued employment)
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal CFC License, required
- OSHA 10 desired
- An existing Building Background Investigation for federal facilities desirable.
Note: A background check and drug screen will be conducted for this position.