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HVAC RNTLPosted 3 weeks ago

Lead HVAC Mechanic

On-siteAustin, Texas, United States

Full TimeSenior LevelLicense Or CertificationSmall

Job Summary

Layout and install applied HVAC equipment independently with minimal direction while supervising installation technicians on customer job sites. Perform startup of equipment, complete log sheets, and execute depot maintenance including refrigerant removal, system charging, and leak repairs. Troubleshoot limited electrical systems, read wiring diagrams, and collect superheat/sub-cooling data using handheld computers. Communicate directly with end users regarding installation and startup, answering questions as needed. Lead teams on multi-chiller applications and navigate control panels to adjust setpoints. Work independently across diverse field conditions, including extreme weather and elevated heights, adhering to all safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must have valid driver's license with good driving record
  • Must have current HVAC certification
  • OSHA 10 Training
  • Previous experience of 5+ years in chiller/HVAC maintenance, mechanical engineering, or other related fields
  • Electrical knowledge
  • EPA Certification
  • Familiarity with manufacturing designs or schematics
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Good analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to train junior technicians
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently in a timely manner
  • Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software
  • Working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
  • Ability to climb
  • Ability to crawl
  • Ability to stoop
  • Ability to kneel
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to write correspondence
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
  • Ability to draw and interpret graphs
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks
  • Close vision
  • Distance vision
  • Peripheral vision
  • Depth perception
  • Ability to adjust focus

Desired Qualifications

  • Advanced technical skills
  • Ability to layout and install applied HVAC equipment independently, with little to no direction
  • Ability to supervise a team of installation technicians on customer job sites
  • Ability to perform startup of applied equipment
  • Ability to perform depot maintenance, testing and repairs including refrigerant removal, evacuation, system charging and refrigerant piping leak repairs
  • Ability to perform limited electrical troubleshooting while following all lockout/tagout and PPE procedures
  • Ability to read and use wiring diagrams to point out all components and use meter to confirm all input and output voltages
  • Ability to collect superheat and sub-cooling data on all applied equipment
  • Ability to navigate equipment control panels using keypad to start/stop, reset and change setpoints on all applied equipment
  • Ability to lead a team of installers on a multiple chiller application
  • Ability to communicate directly with end user customers on installation and startup of applied equipment with the ability to answer customer questions as needed
  • Ability to work in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions, risk of electrical shock (high voltage), climbing/working at elevated heights, etc.

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