Construction HVAC/Sheetmetal Worker

Armstrong Plumbing, Air & Electric is a Lubbock based mechanical subcontractor specializing in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontracting. We are currently seeking an HVAC/Sheetmetal Construction Worker who will be responsible for assembling, installing, and repairing HVAC systems. The HVAC/Sheetmetal Worker will install these systems according to specifications and appropriate trade and building codes. These systems may consist of pipes, fittings, air handling equipment, control boxes, air conditioning ducts, grease ducts and hoods, ventilators, grilles and louvers, or other sheet metal products and equipment.

Established in 1934, Armstrong Plumbing, Air & Electric started out as Armstrong Supply Company servicing Philco radios and selling appliances, over the years the services provided by Armstrong have changed, as have our name and logo, but our commitment to our clients remain the same. For almost 90 years, our family owned company has provided innovative services that optimize the performance of world-class mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems that serve healthcare facilities, hotels, schools, sports facilities, mission critical facilities, industrial complexes, and many other essential institutions.

job Responsibilities:

· Studies building plans, coordination and engineering drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.

· Maintains the work area in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations (should support implementation of 6S). Maintains required personal tools, and properly uses all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.

· Sets up and operates soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts. Helps plumbers, welders, sheet metal workers or HVAC workers as needed.

· Inspects the structure and hanger detail to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of ductwork. Locates and marks position of duct work, connections and passage holes for duct in walls and floors using ruler, level and laser.

· Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate runs of duct using hand and power tools. Assembles and installs sheet metal ducts, fittings and hangers composed of metals such as iron, steel, copper, brass and sheet lead and nonmetals such as fiberglass, vinyl flex duct, concrete ducts and plastic using hand tools and power tools. Joins duct and fittings using screws, bolts, S and drives, flanges, solder, solvents, caulking and weld joints. Smooths seams, joints or burred surfaces using files, portable grinders and electric duct hammers. Sets up equipment to fill duct systems with air or smoke to determine if system is leaking.

· Installs and repairs air conditioning equipment such as air handlers, VAV boxes, fans and fan housings and similar air conditioning, heating accessories and ventilation equipment. Provides temporary sealing of duct ends and equipment protection.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED. Two-year technical degree in related field is preferred.

Must possess required registrations, professional licenses and/or certifications as required by the position.

4+ years of experience, preferred

o Required HVAC Unitary skills: split system - all brands up to 120 tons, mini-split system – up to 3 ton heat pump and all brands MultiZone, VRV Heat Pump and VRV Heat Recovery, roof top units – all brands up to 150+ tons, water source heat pumps – all brands up to 120 tons, self-contained systems – water-cooled and air cooled with remote condenser and CRAC units – Leibert/data-aire/Stultz.

o Required HVAC Airside skills: Fan Powered Box, VAV Box, VFD Theory. Air Handler: Theory of AHU operation and Theory of control valve operation. Exhaust fans: Centrifugal Up blast Roof Fans, Centrifugal Inline Fan and Vane Axial High-Pressure Fans.

o Preferred HVAC Chiller skills: Air-cooled chillers – Scroll/reciprocating, Screw, Screw with VFD and Magnetic. Water Cooled Chiller – Scroll/reciprocating, Screw, Variable Speed Screw and Magnetic. Centrifugal Chiller Theory.

o Preferred Pumps and Piping Systems skills: Pumps ability to identify all components, pump configurations and chiller configurations. Flow Control – automatic/circuit setter. Piping – strainers and backflow devices.

· Knowledge of brand specific controls.

· Advanced knowledge of service processes, techniques and codes is required.

· Professional demeanor, solid interpersonal skills with good written and oral communication capability.

· Demonstrates strong business ethics at all time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

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10 hour shift

Work Location: In person