HVAC Special Projects Lead Tech

** Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. is seeking to hire an experienced HVAC professional to join our team as a Special Projects Lead Tech.
** We offer career opportunities that allow you to be part of a team and grow as an individual.
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* We offer you:

*** Competitive pay
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Apprenticeship opportunities with a pathway to licensure
* Growth and development opportunities
* Scholarship program for our employees’ children
* Discounts at major automotive, computer, and cell phone companies
* Employee referral incentives
* Available with certain positions, where necessary/required:  + Company mobile phone and/or tablet  + Company vehicle  + Company uniforms
* And much more!
** Our benefits package offers you:
*** Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
* Health Care and Dependent Day Care FSA's
* Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* 401(k) Plan with Roth IRA option
* Pet Insurance
* Annual Bonus
* Generous Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
* And much more!

We are a full-service plumbing, mechanical, HVAC service, controls, and design-build company.
* Main office is located at 6127 South Valley Pike, Mount Crawford, VA 22841
* Parent Company - Comfort Systems USA ()
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* Position Summary:

** Assist with and oversee installation, startup and m=commission of commercial/industrial HVAC equipment and serve as a lead for special projects training and development.
** Specific

Job Duties:

*** Understanding of Air-to-air DX systems – Split Systems / Package Rooftop systems from 1 – 25 Ton minimum
* Understanding of VRF multizone systems up to 30 tons
* Understanding of Hydronic systems – Heat pumps / Scroll or Screw Chillers / Pumps / Tanks etc. Systems up to 50 tons minimum
* Understanding of Hydronic piping systems for hot water/chill water/condenser water, piping installation skills
* Sheet metal design knowledge with the ability to produce drawings to submit to a fabrication shop to make the order / sheet metal installation skills.
* Understanding of refrigeration piping systems, the ability to size the piping systems from manufacturer requirements.
* Understanding of Light Commercial low voltage control systems and diagnostic skills.
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* Physical Requirements:

*** Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions
* Ability to work at heights
* Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and carry up to 25 lbs.
* Must be able to climb and work on ladders, scaffolding and stairs
* Must be able to stand for long periods of time as well as stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl in order to work in tight spaces
* Must be able to work within confined spaces
* Must be able to communicate effectively with employees and customers
* Must be able to use hands to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects
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* Education and Experience Requirements:

*** Must be a high school or trade school graduate or have a GED
* Journeyman license preferred
* Must hold a Universal Refrigerant certificate
* OSHA 10-Hour Certification required as a minimum, additional training may be required.
* Leadership experience preferred
* 1 to 3 years’ experience of HVAC installation
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of various HVAC equipment
* Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driver qualification policy