EMCS/HVAC Systems Specialist Certified (Union)

About Us

Nova Space Solutions, LLC (NSS) is a joint venture between Wolf Creek Federal Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chugach Government Solutions, LLC) and Amentum Technology, Inc. When you join NSS, you also become a part of a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture. The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, Chugach Government Solutions, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more. If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself and want your day job to create meaningful value in an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences, Nova Space Solutions may be the right fit for you.

Position Location

Stennis Space Center, MS

Job Overview

Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments.

Responsibilities

• Applies industry standards and site-specific safety and environmental standards when performing operations, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and/or minor modifications to HVAC&R systems and controls using detailed blueprints, sketches, diagrams, manuals, maintenance task sheets, engineering design packages, and standard practice instructions.
• Performs and documents work using work orders generated from a computerized maintenance management system, computerized labor/time management and accounting system, and computerized refrigerant recordkeeping software utility.
• Performs field operational logs and monitors HVAC&R equipment and systems using various man-to-machine interface devices to identify and report any problems or abnormal trends to assure proper operational conditions.
• Performs preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and various functional tests to assure proper sequence of operation of systems and to troubleshoot and repair HVAC&R systems and controls.
• Systematically analyzes, troubleshoots, and interprets the industry standard sequence of operations associated with the following HVAC&R systems:
  • Chilled Water Cooling Systems (air and water-cooled chillers and cooling towers)
  • Hot Water & Steam Heating Systems (electrical and natural gas boilers)
  • Chemical Water Treatment Systems/Programs (corrosion, scale, and biological control)
  • Light Commercial & Residential Systems (direct expansion, unitary packaged and split systems, computer room units, roof top units, and fume hood units)
  • Air Distribution Systems (air handling units and zone controls, heating ventilation units, exhaust & ventilation fan units)
  • Domestic Refrigeration Systems (window units, ice machines, coolers, and freezers)
  • Direct Digital Control (DDC) Systems (stand-alone field microprocessors, field analog and digital sensors/actuators, and controls)
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs routine field problems related to building automation systems, failed sensors, microprocessor hardware, and communication hardware using various computer man-to-machine interface devices and associated software utilities.
• Performs operations, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and/or minor modifications to the field Energy Management and Controls Systems (EMCS).
• Interfaces and works with management and shop personnel to resolve problems associated with field sensors, microprocessors, and various interfacing equipment gateways hardware, firmware, or software.
• Supports the 24-hour per day/7-day per week operation of the Energy Management Control System (EMCS) and the HVAC&R operations by responding to after-hour call-outs associated with these systems to assure effective and efficient operations and proper seasonal configuration.
• Attends safety and environmental training/certification programs as required to ensure compliance with all standards and procedures.
• Uses various levels of personal protective equipment, industry standard HVAC&R tools, test equipment, man lifts, and other portable equipment in the performance of assigned work tasks.
• Uses various man-to-machine interface devices such as palm pilots, pocket PCs, laptop computers, and computer workstations in the performance and documentation of assigned tasks.
• All other duties as assigned.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Comply with all applicable safety- and health-related rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Work safely themselves and help their teammates work safely.
• Assist supervisors and managers in identifying and mitigating potentially hazardous conditions.
• Help the organization maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

Requirements

Mandatory:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• An Associate’s Degree at an accredited college or successful completion of an accredited vocational technical program or military school in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC&R) is required. A minimum of four (4) years of related experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
• Basic computer workstation, laptop computer, and/or hand-held computer operating skills and a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel and a computerized maintenance management system in the performance of operations, preventive, and corrective maintenance is preferred.
• A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of:
  • Industrial, commercial, residential, and domestic HVAC&R facility utility systems and
  • Mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and direct digital controls.
• An EPA-approved CFC Universal Certification Card as required by EPA 40 CFR 82 Subpart F.
• Successful completion of a minimum of one (1) course in field stand-alone microprocessor and sensor technology relative to building automation systems.

Preferred:

• Prior operation and/or maintenance of a building automation system.

Working Conditions

• Physical effort involving average standing, sitting, walking, or detail work.
• Occasional risk of injury due to hazards.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Dexterity to operate office equipment as required by the position.