NIKA is hiring for an HRAC Technician for a Coast Guard base operations support services contract in Kodiak, AK!
Named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established company that is focused on growth within an entrepreneurial environment. We work with governments to operate and manage their real property. Our operations management, engineering, and project management services provide our customers with the value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities.
Job Description: The HRAC Mechanic is to perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in
the inspection, repair, and installation and alteration of commercial and residential
heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and related equipment and
facilities; perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.
Primary Duties:
• Installs, services, and repairs environmental-control systems in residences, department stores, office buildings and other commercial establishments
• Utilizes knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout
• Mount’s compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications
• Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking 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 and bending equipment and 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 solders joints, using torch, forming complete circuit for refrigerant
• Installs expansion and discharge valves in circuit. Connects motors, compressors,
temperature controls, humidity controls and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source
• Installs air filters in completed installation
• 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
• Wraps pipes in insulation batting and secures them in place with cement or wire bands
• Replaces thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring to repair installed units
• May install, repair and service air conditioners, ranging from fifteen to twenty tons cooling capacity, in warehouses and small factory buildings
• Trouble shoot and repair DDC controlled HVAC assets in both commercial and residential buildings
• Troubleshoot and repair residential and light commercial boilers
• Submit work requests to generate work orders deficiencies found
• Must participate as a member of the Mechanical Shop Call Out Rotation
• Participates as part of an On-Call Response Team Member as directed
• All other relevant duties as assigned by Management
Requirements:
• High school education or G.E.D equivalent preferred
• Must be able to communicate clearly (oral and written) in the English language
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License
• Must remain in good standing with the local Teamsters 959 Union
• Relevant trade certification
• Successful applicant must possess their own trade relevant hand-tools
• 5 years’ experience in one total or combination of either refrigeration, low pressure boilers, steam fitter or pipefitter
• Hold or be able to obtain EPA Universal refrigerant card within 6 months
• Must meet the requirements of an annual physical that will include pulmonary function testing and will require the occasional use of a respirator
• Must complete Company provided Confined Space Entry training and perform work in a variety of confined spaces
• Knowledge of acceptable practices of occupational safety and health regulations
Preferred
• Associates degree in applied science with HVAC/R Technology
• Direct Digital Controls (DDC) experience
• Experience with small package boilers
• Experience with commercial ventilation systems
• Steam distribution and maintenance of system
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; carry materials and tools to work site up to 50lbs regularly and up to 75lbs occasionally. Sitting is less than 10% of the day. Must meet the requirements of an annual physical that will include pulmonary function testing and will require the use of a respirator. This position requires manual dexterity sufficient to use hand tools. Must be able to work in tight/confined spaces and be familiar with proper personal protective equipment.
Additional Qualifying Factors
As a condition of employment, will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Having reliable transportation to/from work is a necessity and must be used in order to obtain access to military installations.
NIKA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, NIKA takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
