HVAC Mechanic

About the role

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic provides all HVAC services at the CMI customer site in Beltsville, MD. Key responsibilities include operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical systems; providing repair, carpentry, and painting renovations; installing ductwork and chassis parts; cutting and bending tubing; joining tubing or pipes; installing evaporator units; installing expansion and discharge valves; connecting motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans; installing air and water filters; injecting refrigerant; testing systems; wrapping pipes in insulation; replacing defective components; and performing other HVAC related duties.

Responsibilities

• Operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Provide repair, carpentry, and painting renovations
• Install ductwork and chassis parts
• Cut and bend tubing to correct length and shape
• Join tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units
• Install evaporator unit in chassis or in air-duct system
• Install expansion and discharge valves in circuit
• Connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels
• Connect control panels to power source
• Install air and water filters in completed installation
• Inject small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems and add Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure
• Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to ensure proper operation
• Test joints and connections for gas leaks
• Wrap pipes in insulation batting and secure them in place with cement or wire bands
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units
• Perform other HVAC related duties as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 5 years of HVAC Mechanic experience within a government facility
• Must possess a valid HVAC license and have experience in servicing and maintaining air conditioning systems
• Good understanding of 300 to 800 ton chillers and their operations and annual PMs
• Background in electrical high and low voltage A/C D/C
• Background on low pressure vessels boilers
• Knowledge of Lockout tag out/OSHA safety standards
• Knowledge of fire alarm and life safety standards, to include system testing
• Familiarity with life safety systems such as fire alarm, detection & suppression, standby generators, elevators etc.
• Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to pass a government background check

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CMI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.