Hvac Refrig Mechanic II

The Military Division - Massachusetts National Guard is seeking a professional for the role of HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic II at Otis ANG Base. The candidate selected for this role will be responsible for performing a full range of repairs and maintains a variety of large commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and supporting equipment with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate malfunctions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in HVAC refrigeration with a clear understanding of troubleshooting HVAC systems, along with the ability to perform independently.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive)

• Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance on plant systems and equipment.
• Checks elements which control low and high side pressure, the temperature of the cooling units, liquid and suction lines, and the running time of various mechanisms.
• Checks for the probability of leaks by visual and audible examination of equipment.
• Tests refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, and related control systems and equipment.
• Analyzes and isolates system malfunctions.
• Tests pressure and temperature of refrigeration and distribution systems.
• Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance on plant systems and equipment.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY

The Massachusetts Guard has a unique dual mission, with both federal and state responsibilities. During peacetime, Guard forces are commanded by the Governor through the State Adjutant General. The Governor can call the Guard into action during local or state-wide emergencies, such as storms, floods, blizzards, and civil disturbances. In addition, the President of the United States can activate the Massachusetts National Guard to participate in federal missions. The Massachusetts National Guard's mission is to be trained and ready to provide units that can mobilize for any contingency, at home or abroad. To accomplish this, we must sustain a ready, reliable, and robust joint military team of Army, Air Force and civilians that will honor our responsibilities to nation and community. We are composed of full-time and part-time Soldiers and Airmen, as well as civilians, who together serve the Commonwealth and country.

Desired Essential Skills and Qualifications

· Knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties of refrigerants.

· Knowledge of the construction and operation of a variety of large commercial and complex industrial systems.

· Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

· Skill in dismantling, repairing, and reassembling pumps, impellers, compressors, chillers, receivers, and evaporators.

· Skill in maintaining difficult balances of a variety of refrigerant controls and complicated motor controls.

· Skill in troubleshooting complex problems on large projects applying prescribed test procedures and equipment.

· Skill in the use of hand tools, power tools, and a variety of test equipment.

· Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (including blueprint reading).

Competencies

· Dependability- Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling day-to-day duties.

· Self-Control- Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

· Attention to Detail- Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing tasks.

· Cooperation- Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good natured, cooperative attitude.

· Concern for Others- This job requires being sensitive to others needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements\:

Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent part- time technical experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, refrigeration, ventilating and air conditioning systems, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions\:

I. A certificate or diploma from a recognized institution above the high school level, as evidence of completion of a two year program in refrigeration and heating, may be substituted for one year of the required experience.*

*Education toward such a certificate or diploma will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements\: Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License may be required.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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