HVAC Chiller Mechanic (3rd Shift)

About the role

The Chiller Mechanic position is located onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, replacing, adjusting, installing, and monitoring controls on chillers and associated components for various manufacturers. The technician also performs diagnostics on chillers of all types, including hermetic, scroll, centrifugal, etc., and repairs components and performs complex modifications of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, repairs, replaces, adjusts installs and monitors controls on chillers and associated components for various manufacturers, i.e. York, McQuay, Trane, Carrier, etc.
• Troubleshoots and repairs chillers of all types, i.e. hermetic, scroll, centrifugal, etc.
• Repairs components and performs complex modifications of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components; including compressors, cooling towers, motors, pumps, fans, piping, transducers, flow switches, low pressure chillers, economizers, variable speed drivers, etc.
• Maintains numerous mechanical, electrical and electronic components; including chillers, compressors, motors, boilers, oil, and propane fired furnaces, heaters, pumps, fans, ducts, pneumatic systems, VAVs, VFDs, pipes, steam, condensate, thermostats, switches etc.
• Uses fault detection and diagnostic measurement tools to test and inspect equipment, i.e. air flow, static pressure, fluid flow, refrigerant diagnostics and wet/dry bulb temperature.
• Assembles, tests, calibrates, and adjusts temperature control and environmental control systems such as air conditioning plants, air environmental control systems, air distribution systems and complex dual equipment cooling installations, evaporative mechanical ventilation, and dehumidification systems.
• Maintains logs and records to document maintenance and repair activities.
• Tracks own labor, materials and supplies used and reports through the work order system.
• Conducts tours as required to inspect and evaluate equipment operating statuses.
• Completes reactive and preventive maintenance work orders through a computerized maintenance work order system to adjust and install HVAC components such as filters, belts, starters, circuit boards, valves, motors, fans, relays, fuses, compressors, condensers, variable frequency drives, transformers, pressure regulators, thermostats, sensors, and water pumps.
• Participates in training directed at increasing job related skills.
• Trains and mentors other assigned heating and cooling technicians as needed.
• Operates equipment through control panels, i.e. OptiView, AdaptiView, Carrier single line panel, etc.
• Interprets wiring diagrams in order to locate failures.
• Reviews work layout from blueprints, drawings, models, and verbal and written instructions.
• Escorts technicians, vendors and suppliers as needed.
• Supports after hour emergencies and planned activities as directed by management.
• Operates customer and company owned motor vehicles and/or other equipment.
• Collaborates with other personnel in the identification of proper and correct materials, parts assemblies, and requirements for a variety of requisitions necessary for the job/task.
• Performs periodic stock inventories and prepares material requisitions for replacement items.
• Performs various lower classified and housekeeping duties.
• Adheres to the established safety and personnel policies and standard operating procedures.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Supports other departments as needed.

Requirements

• At least Five (5) years of experience in the HVAC trade in service and maintenance.
• At least Three (3) years of experience directly maintaining and repairing chillers and cooling towers.
• Possess a valid Journeyman HVAC license or equivalent.
• Possess a valid State License or OEM Factory Certification.
• Possess and maintain or obtain within 6 months and maintain the Hepatitis B vaccination.
• Thorough knowledge of refrigeration, chillers, HVAC, pneumatics, steam, and condensate systems.
• Familiarity with basic mathematical functions as required.
• Extensive knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Thorough knowledge of National and Local Building HVAC codes.
• Ability and willingness to travel to attend training directly related to increasing job-related skills.
• Ability to work a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Mature judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and write.
• Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screen.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community level clearance.
• Valid driver’s license with suitable driving record.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and team lift 75 pounds.

Benefits

Chugach Government Solutions offers a competitive compensation rate of $55.29 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The company also provides opportunities for professional growth and development, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact.