HVAC Technician
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$ 75000 - 80000
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Job Description
HVAC Technician Palo Alto VA Medical Center (VAMC)
Employer: Veterans Engineering (VE)
Location: Palo Alto CA VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS)
Employment Type: Full-Time On-Site
Period of Performance: 4 months with 4-month extension option
Compensation: Competitive hourly wage based on experience
About the Facility:
The VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) is a premierteaching hospital and part of VISN 21 serving veterans acrossCalifornia Nevada and Hawaii. It is known for state-of-the-art technology andhigh-acuity patient care environments.
Position Summary:
Veterans Engineering is seeking a qualified HVAC Technician tosupport ongoing facility operations at the Palo Alto VAMC. Thetechnician will be responsible for maintaining repairing and installingcritical HVAC systems throughout the hospital ensuring optimal climate controland patient comfort.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 4 years of journeyman-level experience with industrial HVAC systems
- Current state drivers license (must be submitted with application)
- Proof of current residence (required)
- Ability to pass background check and adhere to VA compliance standards
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostics preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on HVAC units and systems
- Interpret and apply complex blueprints wiring diagrams and manufacturers manuals
- Install and balance climatic units across various hospital areas
- Maintain calibration of critical systems (e.g. chillers freezers food carts solar-interlocked units)
- Respond immediately to malfunctions in vital equipment
- Work independently or with teams in confined or elevated spaces (e.g. rooftops tunnels penthouses)
Skills and Knowledge:
- Skilled in fabricating ductwork pipe sizing and electronic meter use
- Familiarity with OSHA and VA safety regulations and trade practices
- Experience operating service vehicles (pickup trucks vans etc.)
- Comfortable working in noisy hot cold or confined environments
- Proficient in shop mathematics and interpreting technical documents
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
- Must be able to climb kneel crawl and work in elevated or tight areas
- Work performed indoors/outdoors in extreme temperatures dusty or high-noise conditions
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
