Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge in principles of refrigeration, heating, and air handling
  
• Knowledge and skill in hand tools and diagnostic equipment used in maintenance and repair
  
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals
  
• Additional knowledge and skill requirements may vary by assignment
  

Experience & Education

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in HVAC field or related area
  
• High School Diploma or equivalent
  
• Expat: Trade certification in heating and air conditioning or proof of training/competency; EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Type(s) 1, 2, and/or 3 as required by duty assignment
  
• FN: Trade certification in heating and air conditioning; verifiable host country certification in Freon Recovery/Recycling
  
• Additional experience and education requirements may vary by assignment
  

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Living and working conditions at assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
  
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
  
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
  

• Lead HVAC crew(s) and participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems to ensure that the work performed is in compliance with blueprints, manufacturer specifications, and written and/or verbal instructions
  
• Coordinate schedules to ensure proper distribution of work and adequate staffing
  
• Track, analyze, and report on progress, trends, and issues, and recommend solutions and improvements
  
• Implement preventive maintenance programs for air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment
  
• Train personnel on activities relating to air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance to ensure an acceptable work performance level
  
• Fabricate, assemble, and install ductwork and chassis parts, using portable metalworking tools and welding equipment
  
• Connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connect control panels to power source
  
• May install, repair, and service up to twenty (20)-ton air conditioners
  
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned