Secret-Cleared HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

PGS Worldwide is seeking a Secret-Cleared HVAC Technician in Lexington, Kentucky for a contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company. This position will maintain HVAC systems, generators, electrical systems, plumbing, and expeditionary support equipment used to keep critical infrastructure operational and mission-ready. No OCONUS travel is expected while working under the contract, although extended travel or deployment may be required if converted to a direct-hire position.

• Bachelor's degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant HVAC experience, with 1–2 years preferred for this role.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required to start.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
• Experience with generators, plumbing systems, and electrical systems.
• Ability to diagnose, service, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on portable HVAC and environmental control units.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in demanding environments.
• Ability and willingness to learn the maintenance and repair of new or specialized equipment.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment weighing 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, confined spaces, and at heights as necessary.
• Ability to satisfy applicable medical, dental, physical, and deployment requirements if hired into a position requiring future deployment.

• Active EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• HVAC technician certification or license.
• Refrigeration experience.
• Familiarity with bare-base or expeditionary equipment and rapid-deployment structures.

• Diagnose, service, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on portable HVAC systems and environmental control units.
• Maintain climate-control systems supporting personnel and sensitive equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair generators ranging from approximately 5 kW to 200+ kW and associated electrical distribution systems.
• Set up, maintain, and repair expeditionary water and wastewater plumbing systems.
• Maintain temporary structures such as tents and hard-sided shelters.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair a variety of bare-base and rapid-deployment equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC electrical wiring, fixtures, and control systems.
• Ensure assigned equipment remains operational, properly inventoried, and ready for deployment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and parts-inventory records using designated maintenance management systems.
• Diagnose complex equipment problems and develop practical repair solutions in the field.

• $24.50–$36.75 per hour.

Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can.

We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.