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HVAC Technician-Department of Defense

The Building People
life insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
United States
Oct 28, 2025
The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time HVAC Technician - Department of Defense. The HVAC Technician provides field support for installation, integration, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems and associated controls within Industrial Control System environments. Work includes DDC controllers, sensors and actuators, VFDs, networks and gateways, and integration with UMCS and related monitoring platforms. The role documents work performed, supports commissioning and functional testing, follows safety and quality processes, and helps ensure reliable, code-compliant operation in support of a Department of Defense mission. Required Experience & Skills Five (5) years of experience related to HVAC systems with associated controls. Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and controls issues on air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, terminal units, and related equipment. Hands-on experience with DDC systems and protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, or LonWorks. Ability to read and interpret control schematics, wiring diagrams, device layouts, and sequences of operation. Proficiency using test instruments including multimeters, manometers, temperature probes, and flow measurement tools. Familiarity with Government or industry processes, procedures, standards, methodologies, or tools relevant to HVAC and controls work. Knowledge of safety practices including lockout/tagout, confined space awareness, hot work permitting, and fall protection basics. Basic understanding of documentation requirements, including redlines, as-built updates, service reports, and O&M inputs. Awareness of cybersecurity hygiene for operational technology environments, such as account handling and removable media discipline. Strong communication skills for coordination with supervisors, facility representatives, and subcontractors. Ability to travel to active project sites, including secure facilities. Preferred Experience & Skills Manufacturer or platform certifications such as Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or Honeywell. EPA 608 Universal certification. OSHA 10 or OSHA 30. Experience supporting functional performance testing, integrated system testing, and commissioning. Lift and aerial platform certifications as required by site. Required Education High School diploma plus technical training in a field related to task assignment. Preferred Education Associate degree or vocational certificate in HVAC, mechatronics, electrical technology, or related discipline. Clearance Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. Travel Minimum 50% to job sites CONUS and OCONUS as required by task orders. Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include: Medical & Rx Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance/AD&D Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability Paid Time Off Holiday Pay All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.