HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

About the role

Exercise judgment to plan and perform a sequence of operations in the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of HVAC equipment, including refrigeration equipment and commercial kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Trouble shoot, diagnose and repair/replace pneumatic, electric and air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilating equipment.
• Remove, repair and install compressors, blowers, burners, motors, fans and drive equipment, belts, bearings, etc.
• Oil and grease motors and associated compressor equipment.
• May be required to perform duties of Steamfitter.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of the operation and repair of HVAC systems equivalent to 1–2 years practical trades training or previous work experience.
• Certified to recover and purchase refrigerants.
• At least 2 years additional practical experience.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Physical requirements

• Repetitive standing, bending, stooping, crawling, walking, daily lifting of items up to 50 pounds, pushing, and pulling.

Tools and equipment

• Operate test equipment including volt OHM meter, amprobe, recovery equipment, and refrigeration gauges.
• Use a variety of electrical and hand tools including electrical pliers, screwdrivers, crescent wrenches, tube cutters, etc.