DescriptionPCSI is looking for an HVAC Mechanic at its San Antonio (Camp Bullis) Site! We are searching for a motivated, friendly team member to perform repair duties. The right person will have a proactive attitude and takes pride in their accomplishments. This position will report to the Project Manager.Shift: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, some SaturdaysWho We Are:PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise are wide and diverse; total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement are just a few. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Serving people of all abilities in their life’s journey is at the heart of what we do.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.What You'll Do as an HVAC Mechanic:
Perform maintenance and repair to hydronic and refrigeration systems to include air handling units, DX coil/condensing units, fan coil units, and variable air volume (VAV) units
Maintain, repair, or replace commercial/residential HVAC systems under 25 tons.
Follow mechanical code for installing and replacing HVAC systems.
Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications.
Installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable tools and welding equipment.
Installs evaporator unit in chassis or in air-duct system, using hand tools.
Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape, using cutting/bending equipment/tools.
Cuts and threads pipe, using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment.
Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings or unions, and solder joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant.
Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source.
Injects small amount of refrigerant into compressor to test systems and adds freon gas to build up prescribed operating pressure.
Observes pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure proper operation.
Tests joints and connections for gas leaks, using gauges or soap and water solution.
Replaces defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using electrician’s hand tools and test equipment.
What You'll Need to Be Successful:Qualifications
Must have at least five years’ experience and/or formal/vocational training.
Must possess EPA Universal Certification.
Mechanical Journeyman License preferred. Ability to obtain within three years recommended.
Must be able to effectively read, write, and speak the English language.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb ladders. Frequently required to kneel, squat, bend, and reach.
Required to be able to lift 50 lbs. up to 10 times per day.
Ability to cut, modify, thread, repair, and install steel or copper piping for natural gas or water piping using threading machines, mapp gas, or pro press.
Requires ability to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment required for installation, maintenance and repair.
Ability to work as a team member.
Self-starter, able to work with minimal direction and supervision.
Other Requirements:
Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Opportunity EmploymentPCSI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All Veterans and/or persons with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsRequired
EPA Universal Cert
Preferred
Mech Journeyman License
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
