HVAC Service Mechanic - Top Secret Clearance

Job Details: Job Location: AFM DC - Washington, DC, Salary Range: $53.00 - $57.00Hourly, The Licensed HVAC Technician will be assigned to a variety of work tickets including troubleshooting, repair, replacement (in part or in whole) of HVAC systems. The HVAC Technician will be required to travel between local sites with company provided transportation. Must be familiar with large commercial facility equipment such as chillers, pumps, air handlers, split systems, package systems, CRAC units, VAV terminal boxes, fan coil units, hot water and chilled water applications.   Pay Rate: $53.00 - $57.00 per hour This position requires travel to multiple facilities throughout the DC Metro area including Maryland and Virginia. This position will recieve a company vehicle to use during the work day and a gas card.  Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm Essential Job Functions: Provide Journeyman’s level HVAC maintenance support expertise on site. Performs the maintenance, diagnostic testing, overhauling, installation, and effects repairs on a large variety of types of refrigeration, dehumidification, air-conditioning, ventilation and heating systems equipment and controls within critically controlled environmental installations. Researches specifications as provided by other parties and makes installation corrections required ensuring proper function of equipment as required by tenant agency requirements Performs preventative maintenance functions which include, but are not limited to: changing filters; cleaning cooling towers, cleaning heating and cooling coils, etc. Responsible for emergency after hour call backs determined by facility coordinator Functions independently and/or in teams. Relied upon to make decisions and sound recommendations concerning HVAC operations and maintenance  Performs a wide variety of building maintenance tasks, which must be performed to proficiency including, but not limited to adjustments and repairs to HVAC and Electrical systems.  Fabricates, assembles and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment  Installs evaporator units in chassis or in air-duct system, using hand tools  Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools  Cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment  Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant  Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit  Provide Journeyman’s level HVAC maintenance support expertise on site.  Performs the maintenance, diagnostic testing, overhauling, installation, and effects repairs on a large variety of types of refrigeration, dehumidification, air-conditioning, ventilation and heating systems equipment and controls within critically controlled environmental installations.  Researches specifications as provided by other parties and makes installation corrections required ensuring proper function of equipment as required by tenant agency requirements  Performs preventative maintenance functions which include, but are not limited to: changing filters; cleaning cooling towers, cleaning heating and cooling coils, etc.  Responsible for emergency after hour call backs determined by facility coordinator Functions independently and/or in teams. Relied upon to make decisions and sound recommendations concerning HVAC operations and maintenance  Performs a wide variety of building maintenance tasks, which must be performed to proficiency including, but not limited to adjustments and repairs to HVAC and Electrical systems.  Fabricates, assembles and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment  Installs evaporator units in chassis or in air-duct system, using hand tools  Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting and bending equipment and tools  Cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment  Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant  Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit  Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source  Installs air and water filters in completed installation  Injects refrigerant into compressor to test systems and adds Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure  Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation  Tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges, electronic leak detector, and electronic micron gauge or soap-and-water solution  Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands  Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units using electrician's hand tools and test equipment. Installs, repairs, and services all types of HVAC equipment.  Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Required Skills, Experience, and Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent HVAC Journeyman/ tradesman license in VA/MD/DC Minimum 4 years of experience in HVAC maintenance and repair for commercial or industrial facilities EPA Universal Certification Ability to possess and maintain a Top Secret security clearance Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) Strong organizational skills Ability to multi-task Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions  Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail applications Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assignments Ability to work in a team environment Ability to work independently Ability to effectively utilize available resources to maximize productivity Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret miscellaneous drawings and schematics Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.   Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.   The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.  Working Environment: Worktakes place in commercial facilities. May be exposed to loud noises dued to machinery and equipment. May work from heights or confined spaces.  Action Facilities Management, INC (AFM) - is a Woman-Owned Small Business and a Minority Business Enterprise that was established in 2001 to provide government and commercial clients in 11 states and the District of Columbia. AFM's core competencies are in the areas of integrated facilities management such as operations and maintenance; janitorial support; security support; emergency management, and administrative assistance.