HVAC Tradesperson - GT1 Mechanical, Onsite

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanic.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot and repair facilities mechanical systems. Work involves all types of operations, predictive, preventive, and corrective installation on all types of refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and controls. planning and performing installation of duct work and related HVAC equipment. Installation of air conditioning equipment, blower equipment and multistage low and high temperature chambers. Demonstrate knowledge of control systems including pneumatic, electric, and electronic microprocessor. Ability to fabricate and draw duct for takeoff ordering. Utilize a computerized database to maintain required records.

Outline of general scope of workno attempt made to include all associated details or duties.

As a condition of employment, Metal Trades positions are represented by the Metal Trades Council (MTC) and represented employees must pay the monthly dues or agency fee.

• Lay-out, install and build facilities mechanical equipment.
• Work involves all types of operations installation on all types of refrigeration, air conditioning, piping systems, process systems, boilers and all associated equipment; boilers, and interior and exterior piping systems for refrigeration/duct work, interior and exterior high and low temperature piping systems, and natural gas and propane.
• Consult with other Tradespersons and provide direction to other employees as required.
• Perform work using industry-standard safety practices and in accordance with Uniform Building Codes; demonstrate knowledge of arc, inert-gas arc, and gas welding and cutting.
• Provide installation of air conditioning equipment, blower equipment, rotary drive compressor systems, and multistage low and high temperature chambers.
• Fabricate special braces, jigs, fixtures, and equipment as required. Consult with engineers or requestors to clarify or establish specifications for building mechanical systems.
• Perform work using industry-standard safety practices; demonstrate knowledge of control systems including pneumatic, electric, and electronic microprocessor.
• Utilize a computerized database to maintain required records, and access, maintain, and operate the computerized Energy Management System.
• May consult with other Tradespersons and provide direction to other employees as required.
• Obtain EPA Proper Refrigerant Handling certification.

• Typical experience includes minimum of 5 - 8 years as a fully qualified Mechanical Tradesman and completion of a State approved mechanical apprenticeship program.
• Strong background in sheet metal and refrigeration installation and service work.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking skills for evaluating safe working environments and troubleshooting.
• Good customer service skills and ability to interface with customers.
• Journeyman Sheet Metal License through the State (JSM)
• Ability to work directly with engineers and project management.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

The Construction Service Team offers a proven, agile approach to performing construction work at Sandia. With extensive in-house capabilities, we provide expert general construction, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services. As an established team, we have successfully managed a wide range of projects, steadily increasing in complexity as our expertise and capacity have grown. Additionally, we deliver expedited and rapid turnaround support for low-complexity facilities construction projects and facilities services.

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

If offered the position, you may be required to demonstrate your fitness to perform certain physical aspects of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.