Hvac/Refrigeration Technician

About us
Amentum is a multifaceted supplier specializing in providing and managing maintenance and engineering technical support services for commercial and industrial critical facilities. Employing over 44,000 people in 85 Countries, your growth and possibilities within our company are endless.
We are seeking an Industrial HVAC/Refrigeration Tech in Waterloo, IA!
We are fast-paced, agile, customer-centric and fiercely committed problem-solvers. Our team is excited to help our customers solve todays and tomorrow's problems, giving confidence and reassurance that together we'll accomplish mission success.
As an Amentum employee you can enjoy:
Benefits beginning Day 1
Growth opportunities
Safe work environment
Team focused environment.
Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm; non-standard hours and shift work may be required based on business demand.
This mechanical maintenance technician is responsible for providing an intermediate level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the facility HVAC equipment and related mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
Must have the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot ventilation equipment, pumps, fans, AHU's, refrigeration, etc. in an industrial environment. Strong mechanical and electrical skills and are required, as well as the ability to work safely. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication, and a solid understanding of large building HVAC systems and their mechanical/electrical controls.
This technician must have the ability to identify and correct any safety-related issues and perform independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures. General Maintenance of equipment will also be required.
Essential Functions:
Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs facility mechanical systems; facility HVAC equipment and systems; pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems.
Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and performs required preventive maintenance actions such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc.
Troubleshoots and repairs blowers and fans.
Troubleshoot machining cooling units that contain EPA regulated refrigerants supporting EMAG, Gleason, and Mori machining systems.
Troubleshoots and repairs heat exchange equipment.
Performs basic pipefitting repairs on water, compressed air and steam lines.
Troubleshoots and repairs basic electrical issues.
Assists in the movement of machines/fixtures, materials, and equipment as required.
Performs preventive maintenance on mechanical systems control and operating systems as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Responds and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures and wearing PPE as required.
Operates various measuring, diagnostic and testing instruments to help provide energy efficiency solutions.
Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
Maintains a strict schedule to be successful in the assignment yet demonstrates flexibility in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.
Other duties as assigned by Management or Lead.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
Five years of experience as an HVAC maintenance mechanic in an industrial environment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain a security access badge at our client's location.
EPA 608 Certification.
Must be willing to work overtime, holidays, various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
This position may require a valid Driver's License
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
Pay:
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Physical Requirements
Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in HVAC, electronics, mechanical, or electrical technical maintenance/operations.
Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, supply and exhaust fans, power transmission components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc.
Knowledge of refrigeration systems.
Experience troubleshooting pneumatic HVAC controls.
Experience performing pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and millwright related work.
Experience programming, troubleshooting and/or repairing HVAC with building automation systems (Honeywell/Siemens) in an industrial or research facility environment.
Certified in B.A.S. or Energy Management systems.
Experience in reading Blueprints, schematics and comprehending Sequence of Operations.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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