HVAC Mechanic (Light Tech 2) - FT. SILL, OK

About the role

PCSI is seeking an HVAC Mechanic Light Tech II position at FT. Sill, OK. The role involves maintaining, repairing, or replacing commercial/residential HVAC systems under 20 tons, adhering to mechanical codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, or replace commercial / residential HVAC systems under 20 tons.
• Follow mechanical codes for installing and replacing HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair the following:
  • Residential and package units to include roof top units (RTU’s).
  • Unit Heaters (to include hanging heaters and tube heaters).
  • Fan coil units and Variable Air Volume (VAV) units.
  • Exhaust fans.
  • Thermostats.
  • Vent piping for various applications to include stainless steel and PVC Vent Piping.
  • Electrical circuits.
  • Air handling units, dedicated outside air units, and make up air units.
  • Geothermal Systems.
  • Motor Controllers / Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
  • Tube heaters.
  • Mini Split Systems.
• Perform Refrigerant Recovery.
• Be able to perform Preventative Maintenance on these systems.
• Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting / bending equipment / pro press tools.
• Cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment.
• Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigeration / air conditioning units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solder joints, using oxygen – acetylene torches, forming complete circuit for refrigerant.
• Braze and solder copper joints using different percentages of solder.
• Run and install new gas piping to include regulators and valves to existing connections.
• Tests joints and connections for gas or refrigerant leaks, using gauges or soap and water solution.
• Be able to explain the basic and sequence of operations for refrigeration and A/C systems.
• Be able to read basic unit wire schematic proficiently.
• Know base electrical wiring to wire in motors, thermostats, condensing units, mini split systems, and heaters.
• Be able to perform proper charging techniques using superheat and subcooling.
• Be able to assemble and install rigid and flexible duct work.
• Install or replace components of residential split systems, mini splits, fan coils, exhaust fans, and those systems listed above.
• Be able to read Blueprints.

Requirements

• Must have five (5) years’ experience and / or formal/vocational training.
• Mechanical Journeyman License preferred, or the ability to obtain within three years recommended.
• Valid and current EPA Universal Certification.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb ladders.
• Frequently required to kneel, squat, bend, and reach.
• Required to be able to lift 50lbs up to 10 times per day.
• Ability to cut, modify, thread, repair, and install steel or cooper piping for natural gas or water piping using threading machines, MAPP gas, ox-acetylene torches, or pro press.
• Requires ability to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment required for installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Self-starter, able to work with minimal direction and supervision.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
• If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical codes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in reading unit wire schematics and basic electrical wiring.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance.
• Ability to assemble and install ductwork.
• Ability to read blueprints.

Benefits

• Base pay of $25.75 an hour.
• Health and welfare benefits.
• Vacation available after one year of service.
• Up to 11 federal holidays.
• Up to 56 hours of sick leave per year.