HVAC Technician (Finance)
TITLE: HVAC TECHNICIAN, Various locations, Afghanistan SUMMARY: Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act HEATING, REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING MECHANIC description . May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee's current rate. DUTIES: Essential Functions: 23400 HEATING, REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING MECHANIC description from the Service Contract Act (SCA) Dictionary of Occupations (DOT) Installs, services and repairs environmental-control systems in residences, department stores, office buildings and other commercial establishments, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting and structural layout. Mounts compressor and condenser units on platform or floor, using hand tools, following blueprints or engineering speci-fications. 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 and water 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 defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses and electrical wiring to repair installed units, using electrician's hand tools and test equipment. Marginal Functions: 1. Provides other duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of HVAC apprenticeship Experience: Five years journey-level HVAC Skills: Skill in use of hand and power tools common to trade. Ability to interpret and apply codes, blueprints, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings. Knowledge of operation / installation of a variety of complete HVAC systems / equipment. Certificate, License, Registration, etc.: Valid drivers license CFC/HFC certification Travel Required: None
The position may require that the applicant meet the Minimum Standard Medical requirements.
This position may have multiple locations both CONUS and OCONUS.