What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Technician IV - Kwajalein Atoll - 3611 position at RGNext?
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This position is located on Roi-Namur on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. It is an unaccompanied position (no family accommodations or pets). Benefits of this unique location include free housing, three meals a day and potential for overseas tax incentives.
Essential Functions
- Provide O&M support, new installations, upgrades, preventive maintenance and repairs of various types of equipment to include Chillers, Pumps, Motors and Air Compressors used in buildings heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and chiller water systems.
- Provide material and labor estimates for owned projects.
- Responsible for the shop in the absence of the supervisor.
- Assist shop supervisor with daily monitoring of the work management system.
- Oversee and advise other technicians in the proper use of tools and equipment.
- Adhere to safety rules and regulations in the course of their work.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Ability to troubleshoot various types of equipment to include Chillers, Pumps, Motors and Air Compressors used in buildings heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and chiller water systems.
- Ability to interpret and understand basic electrical equipment and have knowledge of basic electrical troubleshooting related to refrigeration plant and auxiliary equipment without supervision.
- Must be proficient in analyzing defects and failures with the ability to perform modifications and corrective measures.
- Shall be proficient in the employment of all tools, methods and materials pertaining to the position.
- Must be proficient in the use of electric and oxy/acetylene welding and cutting equipment.
- Ability to effectively define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively interpret technical instructions necessary to carry out the above duties.
- Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
- Proficiency in Commercial HVAC Electrical Systems.
- Proficiency in HVAC Mechanical systems.
- Possess basic math skills to perform required math calculations.
- Ability to read, write and verbally communicate effectively in English.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to adapt to changing situations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate hand and power tools associated with electrical work.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Prior experiencing using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Associate's degree in a related field or completion of an HVAC apprenticeship program, military training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Eight (8) or more years technical experience in installation, preventive/corrective maintenance, testing, troubleshooting; and repair of central chilled water systems.
- Qualification as a HVAC Chiller Mechanic or equivalent title.
- Possess EPA Universal HVAC Certification for handling refrigerants.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Required to pass a Federal Background Investigation to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
- Must be able to relocate to Roi Namur, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds independently.
- Ability to bend, climb, squat, reach, kneel and lay horizontally as the job may require.
- Must be able to climb a ladder and steps, and work at heights up to 30 feet.
- Ability to work in confined spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.
- This position is unaccompanied.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a USAG-KA driver's license.
- The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support emergencies, and specific project or mission requirements.
RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.
Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.
RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.
RGNext is committed to recruiting, hiring, and fostering the most qualified employees. RGNext provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s protected status: race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status, and to base all such employment decisions upon the individual's qualifications and ability to perform the work assigned.