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About the Role

The HVAC Mechanic will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of all types of HVAC equipment at a Journeyman level of service including air-conditioning equipment, refrigeration equipment, HVAC control systems, and more.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, diagnostic testing, overhauling, installation, and repairs on refrigeration, dehumidification, air-conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems equipment and controls.
• Researches specifications and makes installation corrections to ensure proper equipment function according to tenant agency requirements.
• Performs preventative maintenance, including changing filters and cleaning cooling towers and coils.
• Performs a variety of building maintenance tasks, including adjustments and repairs to HVAC and Electrical systems.
• Functions independently and/or in teams, making decisions and recommendations concerning HVAC operations and maintenance.
• Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts using metalworking tools and welding equipment.
• Installs evaporator units in chassis or air-duct systems using hand tools.
• Cuts and bends tubing to the correct length and shape.
• Cuts and threads pipe using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment.
• Joins tubing or pipes to refrigerating units and solders joints to form a complete refrigerant circuit.
• Installs expansion and discharge valves in the circuit.
• Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power sources.
• Installs air and water filters in completed installations.
• Injects refrigerant into compressors to test systems and adds Freon gas to build up operating pressure.
• Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls for proper operation.
• Tests joints and connections for gas leaks.
• Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them with cement or wire bands.
• Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years (within the past 5 years) of progressive, hands-on HVAC experience in commercial or industrial settings in a large, complex environment.
• Ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.
• Knowledge of computers and basic computer applications.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of personnel and stakeholders.
• Must be able to work safely from a ladder or scaffolding.

Skills

• EPA Universal (or ability to obtain EPA Universal within 3 months of hire)
• HVAC maintenance and repair
• Refrigeration systems
• HVAC control systems
• Ductwork fabrication and installation
• Pipe cutting and threading
• Soldering
• Electrical wiring and repair
• Blueprint reading
• Schematic reading
• Computer applications

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• Full-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Journeyman level
• 3+ years of HVAC experience

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $28.50 - $33.43 Hourly

About the Company

• Action Facilities Management, INC (AFM) is a woman-owned small business and a minority business enterprise established in 2001.
• AFM provides services to government and commercial clients in 11 states and the District of Columbia.
• AFM's core competencies include Integrated Facilities Management such as Operations and Maintenance, Security Services, Janitorial Services, Emergency Management, and Administrative Support.