HVAC Technician

Job Summary General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Mechanic to support our facilities team in Rancho Bernardo!

As a skilled specialist this position is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, modifying, rebuilding, and repairing the facility mechanical equipment including air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, heating, plumbing, and mechanical systems in accordance with applicable building codes, plumbing and mechanical codes, manufacturer's operation and maintenance manuals, and safety regulations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Oversee critical work and project work in the field and or job site.
• Conducts preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance procedures as assigned.
• Performs refrigeration system charges and leak tests.
• Installs, repairs, and inspects preventive/corrective maintenance of HVAC-R equipment.
• Performs advanced piping repairs of compressed air, gas, water, and condensate drain lines.
• Utilizes predictive maintenance technology to detect possible future failures.
• Installs and repairs refrigerant piping.
• Utilizes silver brazing and soldering techniques associated to HVAC and piping systems.
• Repairs and replaces HVAC controls and associated components.
• Conducts emergency repairs on HVAC controls and associated components as required.
• Provides recommendations to enhance periodic inspections to locate and determine cause of equipment malfunctions.
• Conducts maintenance program to prevent failure of plumbing, compressors, and HVAC systems.
• Replaces belts, pulleys, shafts, bearings, rotors, and impellers for motors and pumps.
• Operates, troubleshoots, and identifies electrical and mechanical issues.
• Participates in the Facilities On-Call program as required.
• Attends project implementation meetings and acts as a subject matter expert in HVAC as required.
• Works closely with internal and external mechanical engineers in resolving Facility HVAC issues and concerns.
• Works in tandem with internal Environmental Health & Safety personnel to ensure a safe working environment and promote/implement company safety measures and procedures.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a two-year technical degree or trade school equivalent and ten or more years progressive experience as a stationary engineer, journeyman plumber or HVAC mechanic. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate extensive knowledge of construction industry practices, principles, theories, concepts and regulations as well as plumbing, heating, ventilating and mechanical codes including safety codes; knowledge of applicable federal, state and local safety codes; ability to read, interpret and explain schematics and mechanical drawings; ability to prepare sketches and processes; proficiency in Energy Management Control Systems, Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and pneumatic controls; and working knowledge of and discretion in safely operating hand and power tools.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • a valid California driver's license with a good driving record verified by the DMV;
  • EPA certification in refrigerant recovery;
  • excellent analytical skills to use Management Control Systems to determine current status of operating equipment and plumbing systems;
  • excellent interpersonal skills to work with all levels of employees, outside vendors and contractors and to lead lower level personnel;
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report findings;
  • ability to resolve extremely complex issues that require analysis, evaluation and interpretation;
  • excellent knowledge of computer operations and application pertinent to the field.
• Ability to work independently or lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Salary:$71,950 - $109,885