Mechanical​/HVAC Assessor

Job Details

Job Location:

CO, Air Force Academy, 80840 - Air Force Academy, CO 80840

Salary Range: $38.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Colorado Network Staffing (CNS) is seeking an experienced Mechanical / HVAC Assessor – BUILDER Assessor to conduct Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs) at government and military locations. This position will focus primarily on evaluating, identifying, measuring, and documenting HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, controls, hydronic systems, ventilation equipment, and related building assets to support repair requirements, cost estimates, and long-range maintenance planning.

The Mechanical / HVAC Assessor will work as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team evaluating facilities such as hangars, warehouses, administrative and operations buildings, vehicle maintenance shops, and other federal facilities. Assessments are conducted using the BUILDER™ Sustainment Management System (SMS).

Collected BUILDER™ data is used to evaluate facility conditions and develop repair or replacement requirements, anticipated replacement intervals, preliminary scopes, and cost estimates for HVAC and other major facility systems.

• Conduct visual condition assessments of HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, and associated building components.
• Identify and document hydronic heating and cooling system components, including boilers, chillers, pumps, air separators, expansion tanks, pot feeders, and associated equipment.
• Identify packaged HVAC systems and accurately distinguish between equipment types and configurations.
• Identify air-side components, including air handling units (AHUs), Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes, fans, and other air distribution equipment.
• Identify exhaust fans, ventilation systems, and related mechanical components.
• Identify split systems and other common heating and cooling equipment.
• Identify Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), controls, and other associated HVAC system components.
• Identify mechanical equipment such as pumps, air compressors, and other facility support equipment as required by the assessment scope.
• Identify elevators and other conveyance components when required.
• Document equipment type, quantity, configuration, capacity information when available, and observable condition.
• Identify visible signs of deterioration, corrosion, leakage, damage, excessive wear, or other deficiencies affecting mechanical equipment.
• Evaluate accessible mechanical components and provide accurate condition information to support maintenance and replacement planning.

• Conduct Facility Condition Assessments at federal and military facilities using BUILDER™ SMS.
• Collect facility system condition information used to support repair projects, cost estimates, and long-range maintenance planning.
• Use a tablet and stylus to enter asset and condition information while performing field assessments.
• Accurately classify mechanical and HVAC assets according to established assessment procedures.
• Follow BUILDER™ inventory rules, naming conventions, data requirements, and quality standards.
• Maintain organized electronic records for large volumes of facility asset data.
• Review collected information for accuracy, consistency, and completeness before submission.
• Support quality-control reviews and make corrections when discrepancies are identified.
• Training may be provided for qualified candidates without previous BUILDER™ experience.

• Count, measure, and calculate quantities of HVAC and mechanical assets.
• Review mechanical drawings, equipment schedules, building plans, and available facility documentation.
• Gather relevant information through field observations and discussions with facility occupants or representatives.
• Capture photographs and supporting documentation of mechanical equipment and observable conditions.
• Record equipment information such as manufacturer, model, capacity, type, and other available asset data when required.
• Identify discrepancies between field conditions, drawings, and existing facility information.
• Apply critical thinking and ask appropriate questions to resolve…