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KBR, Inc. · 3 months ago

MISS: HVAC Technician Supervisor (Contingency Hire)

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

KBR, Inc. is supporting the U.S. Department of State’s operations in Iraq through its MISS program. The HVAC Technician Supervisor will oversee HVAC systems maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing a team of technicians.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of HVAC Technicians and ensure that all assigned HVAC systems are maintained

Maintain KBR’s Zero Harm Initiative, ensuring a safe workplace and that safety is the highest priority

Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring safety is the highest priority in the workplace

Comply with all Environmental & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals

Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation

Operate, maintain and repair site HVAC systems including: air-cooled chillers, direct exchange units, air handling units, filters and chemical biological filters (if applicable), ductwork, dampers, actuators, fans, cold water lines, heating and cooling units, fan coil units, electric reheats, diffusers, vents, variable air volume (VAV) boxes, exhaust fans, supply fans, smoke exhaust fans, fresh air ducts, control valves, cooling coils and ventilation systems for laundry rooms, kitchens and rest rooms

Mount compressors, condenser units and air handling units, following blueprints, engineering specifications and manufacturer recommendations

Responsible for facility custodianship of work area and management of tools, equipment and spare parts for HVAC operations

Schedule personnel, including shifts and rotations, to maintain acceptable levels of service at all times

Assign tasks, establish/enforce standards of conduct and performance in the work environment

Inspect and audit work in progress and completed work to ensure work meets applicable codes, quality standards and customer satisfaction

Manage tools and inventory to ensure proper accountability and adequate supply levels to meet routine operational needs and reasonable surges and non-routine requests

Complete quantitative and qualitative reports

Provide verbal and written input on policies, plans and procedures, and other administrative tasks

Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Qualification

HVAC Technician LicenseHVAC vocational diplomaSection 608 CertificationU.S. codesExperience in OCONUS operationsCross-cultural sensitivityProficiency with MS OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must have an Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security clearance and maintain it for the duration of your employment on this contract. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen to be eligible for this position

A high school diploma or GED and vocational training in HVAC and Refrigeration

Two (2) years' experience as a Master HVAC Technician; or Ten (10) years' experience as a Journeyman HVAC Technician

Meet any U.S. State licensing board requirements for a Master HVAC Technician license

HVAC vocational diploma or completed apprentice program with a Journeyman license or equivalent

Experience in OCONUS operations and maintenance projects in an international environment preferred

Section 608 Certification. Must have a valid Master HVAC Technician License or Certification or be able to obtain one within 180 days of employment

Must have knowledge of applicable U.S. codes, International Mechanical Code 2012 and acceptable trade practices

Must have good organizational skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions

Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility is required

Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules

Must have cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective

Must have proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Requires excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to facilitate and disseminate information

Must be able to crouch, bend, reach and crawl in all weather conditions

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis

Must be willing to work in austere conditions

Valid driver's license from home of record

Requires a valid passport with at least 12 months of validity and 6 blank pages

Preferred

Previous HVAC experience in an OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce

Able to perform physical labor including safely lifting a minimum of 70 pounds

Expertise in standard shop computations and measuring instruments

Able to collect, analyze, and summarize data and prepare daily reports and work orders

Must have good organizational and communication skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently

Knowledge and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Knowledge of all principles and processes involved in operating and supporting HVACR functions at an overseas facility

Experience providing excellent customer services

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules

Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective

Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team

Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change

Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

AD&D

R&R

An Employee Support Program

Company

KBR, Inc.

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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees