Hvac Apprentice/ Helper- Construction

Are you ready to work for a growing company with a great culture? We are looking for passionate, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of an expanding company that is proud of its focus on family and quality customer service. Are you a change agent? Do you like helping others? Are you a problem solver? Do you want to fall in love with your career? If you answered "yes", then read on!

Excel Services, Inc. is looking for career-orientated HVAC Construction Helpers to perform work on commercial and industrial projects.

Duties include the installation of mechanical and HVAC systems.

Excel Services is an established, growing, professional company that also performs control work, piping, and start-up. We offer the opportunity to assist with the apprenticeship program and enjoy a positive employee-orientated working environment.

Excel Services has been recognized as a leading design-build contractor with "multiple disciplines under one roof" serving commercial, industrial, and institutional customers for several years now. The company has been identified as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the country by INC Magazine.

Position Summary

• The Mechanical Apprentice works on a team under supervision to execute new construction projects, primarily for commercial spaces, while demonstrating the company's core values.

Minimum Qualifications:                                                          

• Possession of valid driver’s license with a good record of driving

Accountabilities:    

• Attendance
• Maintaining tools
  • Properly using company tools
• Organization
• Communication
  • Communicating with foreman
• Safety
  • Following safe work practices and OSHA Guidelines
  • Demonstrate safe work behaviors

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), National Fuel and Gas Code (NFGC), OSHA guidelines, and safe work practices
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to distinguish between various HVAC equipment and components
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or within a team
• Ability to work on weekends, at night, or to work overtime as required

Trade Skills

• Assist more experienced mechanical HVAC techs with installation of pipe, motors, compressors, pumps, fans, duct, thermostats, switches and related HVAC fixtures, and equipment
• Gather materials, parts, tools and supplies to be used on jobsite; maintain small tools and equipment, including hammers, wrenches, metal snips, electric drills, pipe cutters / benders, measurement gauges & acetylene torches; install, maintain, repair & test air ducts, air conditioning and refrigerant lines; measure, cut & thread pipe; assist in lifting, positioning & fastening objects, such as ductwork, pipe & equipment; keep work area, tools, parts, material, supplies & equipment clean, secure & in good order; and performing other routine duties, such as checking for leaks and minor repairs to burners, blowers, equipment & switches; disassemble defective equipment and replacing defective or worn parts then reassembling equipment; understand project plans, schedules, and their specific job duties to complete the project, as well as the roles of other trades on the job site; attend all Company meetings; report to work on time / properly attired, and maintain accurate records of work progress, schedules, time sheets, job cost reports, etc.
• Apprenticeship training includes ESI On-The-Job Training, which includes learning the tools, equipment, parts, and material of the trade, basic mechanical HVAC construction methods, and how to read prints, along with how to plan, layout, rough-in, and complete mechanical construction

Essential Duties

• Install mechanical equipment following applicable codes, manufacturer specifications, and company policies
• Provide necessary support to other team members to be able to complete tasks on time as instructed
• Create and maintain cordial and collaborative working relationships with co-workers
• Ensure all paperwork needed for each job is accurately filled
• Comfort with working from elevated platform mobile equipment
• Assess a problem and provide a solution or communicate with the project foreman
• Installing mechanical systems in new build, renovation projects, tenant finish, service, etc
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and test equipment utilized in the trade
• Display professional company image
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions during all seasons
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs safely

• Must be able to climb, stoop, balance, crouch, crawl, or/and kneel continually
• Must be able to remain in a standing position 80% of the time

• Perform any other duty as directed

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required (oral, written, and presentation)
• Creative problem solver with exceptional follow-through and attention to detail skills.
• Works well in a team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic with a high amount of personal ownership of their work.
• Ability to take the initiative and have a proactive approach to solving problems with minimal supervision
• Enjoys a fast-paced and frequently changing environment, able to be responsive to multiple details and multiple tasks while minimizing errors
• Organized in the approach of work execution and handling multiple tasks effectively

Our great benefits package includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Vacation & Holiday PTO
• Paid Training
• Great working environment