HVAC Refrigeration Technician

HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A

Location: Oak Harbor, Washington - Naval Air Station Whidbey Island

Type: Non‑Exempt

Work Schedule: Full‑Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $49.12 - $49.12 per hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• $7.15 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays; 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment; paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose‑driven culture, our core values – Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity – and our commitment to a safe and respectful work environment for all employees.

We are seeking an experienced and hardworking HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A with a positive attitude.

Applicants may be asked to complete a brief position‑related knowledge exercise during the interview process; reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request.

• Replace electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, motors, etc.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, models, and/or verbal, written instructions.
• Perform occasional painting and touch‑up of structures and equipment.
• Must be available for after‑hours dispatch and on‑call rotation.
• Maintain EPA, Navy, and CFSI required refrigeration documentation.
• Communicate and interact directly with the customer and supervisors; inform the customer of unexpected or additional repairs and determine customer needs.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Ensure completed work meets quality control standards.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.
• Follow all safety procedures and policies.
• For DDC:
  Collect and trend data.
• For DDC:
  Adjust or install a PID loop to reduce or eliminate actuator hunting.
• For DDC:
  Design and input a working program into a controller to operate a variable air‑volume box or a constant air‑volume box.
• For DDC:
  Calculate a designed CFM for a given room using a constant or variable air‑volume control box.

• Minimum three (3) years of utility maintenance required.
• Refrigeration transition and recovery technician certification, type II (universal) required.
• Intermediate level DDC and pneumatic control experience.
• Familiarity with Lonworks, Bacnet, Siemens, Network 2000 (Ivensys), and N2.
• EL‑06A license required.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking; standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must persevere to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL‑ driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REAL‑. Please visit this website for more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

This position is represented by the IUOE, Local 302.

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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is a national non‑profit, government contractor dedicated to creating opportunities for people with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission‑focused culture, core values, diversity, partnership, commitment, integrity, and quality. We are dedicated to providing a safe and respectful work environment.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475‑0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled – and participates in E‑Verify.