HVAC Mechanic (Overnight Shift)

NVE Inc. is seeking an HVAC Mechanic in support of an operations and maintenance (O&M) contract within the Offutt Air Force Base (AFB) in Omaha, NE. The HVAC Mechanic shall have three (3) years of journeyman level experience obtained in a trade or occupation in maintenance, repair and operation of buildings such as: air conditioning equipment mechanic, refrigeration equipment mechanic, Operating Engineer, HVAC control systems mechanic, etc. Candidate with a third-grade engineer license is preferable. Must be able to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot HVAC equipment. Shift is Sunday through Thursday 11 PM - 7:00 AM. Ability to pass a favorable background check a must! This position is eligible for shift differential pay.

Essential Functions

Minimum 3 years’ experience in all facets of HVAC including: 

• Thorough knowledge of centralized chilled water systems and related equipment for 1800-ton chillers.
• Maintenance of air handlers with pneumatic and digital controls including secondary pumps, damper motors, blower motors, and belt replacements.
• Experience with Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Boilers and Chillers highly desired
• AHU preheat/reheating of coils.
• High pressure steam plant operations, including water treatment knowledge. 
• Ability to work independently troubleshooting and responding to service work orders.
• Chill Beam system knowledge a plus.

Job Requirements/Duties:

• Understand written and oral instructions to perform the required work
• Perform basic building maintenance (preventive, predictive) of a government facility
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in HVAC installs, services and repairs. Work may include, but is not limited to:
  • Connect motors, compressor, 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 add Freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure
  • Observe pressure and vacuum gauges and adjust controls to insure proper operation, test joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges or soap- and-water solution, wraps pipe in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands
  • Replace defective breaker controls, thermostat, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units, may install, repair and service air conditioners
• Responsible for maintaining, responding to service requests, as needed, under guidance of the PM or HVAC Lead.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions
• Perform emergency repairs and available for after hour and weekend repairs
• Work effectively with the customer, building tenants and other team members
• Ability to troubleshoot, complete work order assigned in a timely matter
• Ability to read Architectural and Manufacturing blueprints.

Qualifications for the position include:

• High School or Equivalent (at a minimum)
• Third-grade Engineer License highly desired 
• Experience with Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Boilers and Chillers highly desirable
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal CFC License, require
• OSHA 10 desired
• An existing Building Background Investigation for federal facilities desirable.

Note: A background check will be conducted for this position.