HVAC Technician I

HVAC Technician I  

• Location: White Sands, New Mexico – White Sands Missile Range
• Type: Non-Exempt
• Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
• Compensation: $29.35 - $29.35 per hour ($5,000 Sign-on bonus)
• Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of an HVAC Technician I at Skookum include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
  Health and Welfare Benefit ($6.60 per hour worked)
• Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Installation, repairs and troubleshooting HVAC malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment
• Utilizing wire diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and drawings to perform repairs and maintenance.
• Installing and cleaning air and water filters.
• Fabricates, assembles, and installs ductwork and chassis parts.
• Connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and circulating ventilation fans to control panels and connect control panels to power source
• Communicate with scheduler to update status of repairs and estimate completion dates.

Qualifications: 

• Current New Mexico Journeyman Refrigeration certification required.
• 3 years of experience with HVAC is preferred.

Physical Requirements: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the IAMAW, Local 2515.