Lead HVAC Mechanic (Federal Building)

LB&B Associates is seeking a full-time Facilities HVAC Technician - Lead in Rutland, VT (Federal Building).

Pay

Hourly pay rate: $46.35 per hour. Health and Welfare Pay: $48.41 per hour for Lead HVAC Mechanic (NATE Certified). Additional Health and Welfare Pay: $7.50 per hour (up to 40 hours per week).

Benefits

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Pension plan (in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Minimum of 5 years of recent (within the past 7 years) experience directing operation and maintenance of HVAC equipment in a supervisory capacity
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on commercial HVAC maintenance experience
• EPA Universal Refrigeration certification
• Willingness to obtain and maintain NATE Certification within 6 months of employment
• Fluent communication in English (orally and in writing)

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical operations and maintenance of a particular building under this contract, lead technical staff, and provide support to other buildings and supervisors as required
• Prepare work schedules and assign specific duties to technical staff
• Serve as subject matter expert in the hiring of technical staff
• Prepare and carry out building safety plans
• Ensure on-site technical staff complies with security requirements, including managing subcontractor sign-in/out logs
• Schedule, coordinate, and carry out preventive maintenance (PMs)
• Ensure the building is well maintained and remains operational at all times
• Ensure facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, as well as government regulations
• Respond timely to customer requests and complaints
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors servicing the buildings
• Ensure modifications to utilities, services, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security systems comply with building policies and procedures
• Carry out operations and energy plans for all buildings under this contract
• Ensure testing, planned shutdowns, and start-ups of systems maintain system integrity
• Ensure adequate testing, commissioning, and training for all repairs, alterations, and construction projects
• Track building electrical and mechanical service capabilities to coordinate future tie-ins and maintain system balance
• Document all building inspections on pertinent GSA forms
• Advise Project Manager and COR of any dangerous conditions, accidents, or safety issues requiring immediate action
• Be available after-hours and on holidays to respond to emergencies within the federal facility
• Regularly meet with the COR to provide updates on contract performance
• Plan and conduct preventive maintenance programs, keep records, and prepare reports
• Train new employees
• Repair HVAC equipment and electrical and mechanical systems
• Develop work schedules and assign specific duties
• Control access to mechanical areas within the building
• Schedule building services activities to avoid interference with building operations
• Be present at the assigned building at all times during normal working hours
• Respond to and manage all emergencies (e.g., fire alarms, electrical issues, flooding, inclement weather, or natural disasters)