HVAC Mechanic

The Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic provides all HVAC services at the CMI customer site in Beltsville, MD.

Key Job Functions

Operation and maintenance of the HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical systems.

Provide repair, carpentry, and painting renovations, in addition to completing installations and modifications.

Fabricates, assembles and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment

Installs evaporator unit 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 small amount of 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 ensure proper operation, tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges 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

Performs other HVAC related duties as required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

At least 5 years of HVAC Mechanic experience within a government facility

Must possess a valid HVAC license and have experience in servicing and maintaining air conditioning systems.

Good understanding of 300 to 800 ton chillers and their operations and annual PMs

Background in electrical high and low voltage A/C D/C

Background on low pressure vessels boilers

Background in plumbing repairs

Knowledge of Lockout tag out/OSHA safety standards

Knowledge of fire alarm and life safety standards, to include system testing

Familiarity with life safety systems such as fire alarm, detection & suppression, standby generators, elevators etc.

Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Must be able to pass a government background check

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

Teamwork

Results orientation/operational excellence

Holding self and other accountable

Operational business thinking

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CMI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

CMI is now a part of the Dexterra Group!

CMI Management LLC is headquartered in Alexandria, VA and is a proven provider of efficient business, technology and facilities management solutions designed to help government and commercial clients reduce operational costs, operate at optimum performance and access the information needed for daily and long-term productivity. CMI has been in business for over 30 years and is well established in the federal contracting arena. Please visit www.cmimgmt.com to learn more about our company!