HVAC Mechanic

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC/R systems including heating systems, ventilation systems, air conditioners, refrigeration units, pumps, desiccant dehumidification systems, chillers, cooling towers, and clean steam humidification systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC/R infrastructure.
• Inspect systems to identify deficiencies, potential failures, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead HVAC/R-related maintenance and repair projects within facility operations -without supervisory authority.
• Serves as a lead, coordinating the work of others without direct supervisory authority.
• Develop scopes of work for system repairs, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Cookordinate work activities effectively with team members, contractors, and clients to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation of work performed.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal safety regulations and codes.
• Provide off-hour support for scheduled repairs, preventive maintenance activities, and operational assistance during weather-related events as required.
• Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation to provide support for emergency situations outside of normal business hours.

Basic Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2) years of relevant HVAC/R experience is required.
• Possession of an EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Knowledge of HVAC/R systems, electrical controls, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret control schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform physical duties including frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Duties require full range of motion, and include walking, prolonged standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and working in confined areas, potential exposure to particulates, vapors or noisy environment.
• This position is considered safety sensitive and will be subject to random drug testing per the Leidos Biomedical Research Drug Free Workplace Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.