HVAC Technician

Position is located at Barksdale AFB Family Housing located in Bossier City, LA

A Brief Overview
The HVAC Technician is primarily responsible for performing installs, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades to a variety of equipment including: refrigeration, air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, and intake and exhaust fans. This role will frequently work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as in attics, crawl spaces and other tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.

What you will do

• Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs.
• Installs and maintains diverse heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Lays out wires and pipes to complete HVAC systems.
• Performs general and preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Ensures that all installations are done in accordance with the set standards.
• Ensures calibration of thermostats and other controls.
• Performs checks on motors and belts and handle lubrication duties.
• Changes filters and replace any parts as they wear out.
• Handles conduit running for HVAC equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations in order to resolve issues on an immediate basis, to include serving as the on-call HVAC Technician for nights, weekends and on holidays.
• Replaces faulty or expired parts in an HVAC system.
• Fabricates parts in case parts are not readily available.
• Determines needs for upgrading HVAC systems and take the necessary measures and actions.
• Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either 1) a Company vehicle, at any frequency from Rarely to Constantly; or, 2) a Personal or Rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time to perform work duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) with advanced training resulting in a certification Required
• 4-6 years experience in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and correcting diverse HVAC problems. Required and
• previous experience leading and/or indirect supervision other Preferred
• Have strong knowledge of overall building maintenance and have specialized knowledge in HVAC servicing and installations
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, plans and manuals
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, as well as to lift weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Willing and able to work occasional on-call shifts up to a week at a time in duration.
• Understands basic refrigeration cycle to include: identifying components in refrigeration circuit, understanding how each component works, diagnosing problems in the refrigeration circuit, using manifold gauge set, pressure/temperature chart and temperature measuring devices for routine maintenance and to troubleshoot. Understands refrigeration recovery, evacuation, and charging.
• Understands basics of AC and DC currents, single phase and three phase circuits, and series and parallel circuits. Ability to read basic wiring diagrams. Understanding of Ohms Law. Ability to use multi-meters to read voltage, current and resistance values. Must be able to troubleshoot basic electrical circuits.
• Understands the process of treating air to simultaneously control its temperature, humidity, and distribution. Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Understands basic heating cycle to include: identifying components in heating system, understanding how each component works, diagnosing problems in the heating system using a gas pressure test and other devices for routine maintenance and to troubleshoot. Understands the theory of combustion and how it relates to combustible fuels such as gas and oil.
• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality are essential for this position.
• degree/journeyman license in HVAC Repair and Servicing, Required and
• must possess a current EPA 608 Universal Certification. Required
• DL NUMBER - Driver's License, Valid and in State Required

Compensation
We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. In addition to these factors - we believe in the importance of pay equity. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

Benefits
A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

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You must be able to pass a drug, background screen and physical abilities test/motor vehicle record check (if one is required per the position).

EEO/ADA
The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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