HVAC Technician

The Donohoe Companies, Inc. • Full-time • Washington, DC, US • $35 - $43 / hour • 3m ago

Complete Building Services—a Donohoe Company, is hiring HVAC Technicians in support of a large campus in Washington. Our HVAC Technicians are responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems across campus facilities. This role supports a safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient environment through skilled mechanical, electrical, and control systems work. The HVAC technician plays a key role in ensuring the physical integrity of building systems and responding to maintenance issues as needed. All shifts available, Monday - Sunday, 6 am-230 pm, 230 pm-1000 pm, 1000 pm-600 am. Salary $35.69-$43.26 per hour.

Oversee Install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC systems, including

Condensers, compressors, evaporators, motors, chillers, cooling towers
Heat pumps, air handlers, fans, dampers, duct systems
DX units, filters, valves, gear boxes, and associated piping
Rebuild and repair both commercial and domestic refrigeration systems
Perform preventative maintenance and minor fabrication work as needed
Assign Calibrate, adjust, repair, and operate pneumatic, electronic, and electrical controls.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electronic control systems.
Coordinate with the building management systems (BMS) team to facilitate adjustments to
system parameters including set points, schedules, and controller updates.
Install or replace control boards and wiring related to HVAC operations
Ensure adherence to EPA regulations regarding refrigerant handling, reclaiming, and disposal.
Follow all safety protocols when working with high-voltage systems or hazardous chemicals.
Maintain service logs and documentation in compliance with regulatory and institutional standards
Respond promptly to urgent maintenance calls affecting HVAC or cooling systems.
Provide support for after-hours issues as part of a rotating on-call team when needed
Must be able to pass a background check to obtain site badge
Experience with BMS systems and HVAC energy optimization strategies
Ten (10) years experience working on commercial HVAC systems
HVAC journeyman license preferred
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, preferred
Knowledge of local and federal HVAC regulations
Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building management systems (BMS)
Strong knowledge of HVAC controls, energy management systems, and refrigeration equipment
Facilities Maintenance, or related field preferred
Ability to complete maintenance and basic troubleshooting
EPA/CFC Refrigerant Handling Certification required
Completed coursework in HVAC areas
Must have working knowledge of 480V and below electrical systems, HVAC and plumbing systems
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor
Must be detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Valid driver's license

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EOE, including disability/veterans

Complete Building Services (CBS) is a company that is passionate about the operation and maintenance of buildings/facilities in the commercial and government sectors. CBS is the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc. - Washington DC's most established real estate company. At CBS, we celebrate and empower our talented employees - and it shows as we have been ranked by the Washington Business Journal as the "Best Place to Work" multiple times.

Perks & Benefits

We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), gym membership, and an Employee Assistance Program that offer a wide array of consultative/actionable services. We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.