Lead HVAC Mechanic

Lead HVAC Mechanic (Maintenance)

Dae Sung, LLC is currently seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic for a contract to provide mechanical operations and maintenance services in Montpelier, VT (Federal Building). Hourly pay rate: $46.35 per hour. Health and Welfare Pay: $7.50 per hour (up to 40 hours per week). This full‑time union position offers vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and a pension plan in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Candidate must be willing to obtain/maintain Nate Certification within 6 months of employment. Lead HVAC Mechanic (Nate Certified) pay rate is $48.41 per hour.

The Lead HVAC Mechanic shall have at a minimum a high school diploma or equivalency and at least 5 years of recent experience in directing operation and maintenance of equipment in a supervisory capacity for equipment of the approximate size, complexity, and other characteristics of the equipment to be operated and maintained under this contract. Minimum of six (6) years of hands‑on commercial HVAC maintenance experience and EPA Universal Refrigeration certification required.

• Lead the technical operations and maintenance of a particular building under this contract; lead technical staff; provide support to other buildings and supervisors as required.
• Prepare work schedules, assign specific duties, and serve as subject‑matter expert in the hiring of technical staff.
• Communicate fluently in the English language (orally and in writing); prepare and carry out building safety plans.
• Ensure that on‑site technical staff complies with security requirements; have all subcontractors sign in/out when entering/exiting FOBs and keep a proper log.
• Schedule, coordinate, and carry out preventive maintenance (PMs). Ensure the building is well maintained and operational at all times.
• Ensure facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, as well as government regulations.
• Timely respond to customer requests and complaints.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships and coordination with vendors who service the buildings being managed.
• Ensure tapping into existing utilities, services, piping, ductwork, fire safety, and security system meets building policies and procedures and follows a consistent approach.
• Carry out operations and energy plans for all buildings under this contract.
• Ensure testing and planned shutdowns and start‑ups of systems are conducted so that the integrity of all systems is maintained.
• Ensure adequate testing, commissioning, and training occurs for all repairs, alterations, and construction projects.
• Track all building electrical and mechanical service capabilities to coordinate future tie‑ins so that all systems remain balanced.
• Document all building inspections on pertinent GSA forms.
• Advise Project Manager and COR of any dangerous conditions, accidents, and other safety conditions requiring immediate action.
• Be available at all times to include after‑hours and holidays to respond to emergencies within the federal facility.
• Regularly meet COR to provide updates on contract performance.
• Plan and conduct preventive maintenance program, keep records, and prepare reports.
• Train new employees.
• Repair HVAC equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Develop work schedules and assign specific duties.
• Control access to mechanical areas within the building.
• Schedule all building services activities so as not to interfere with building operations.
• Be present at the assigned building at all times during normal working hours.
• Respond to all emergencies (e.g., fire alarm activation, electrical breaker tripped, flooding, after working hours, or inclement weather or natural disasters).

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• At least 5 years of recent supervisory experience in HVAC operations and maintenance.
• Minimum 6 years of hands‑on commercial HVAC maintenance experience.
• Epa Universal Refrigeration certification.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Nate Certification within 6 months of employment.
• Good command of English (oral and written).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Full‑time schedule, including after‑hours and holiday availability.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employer is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected factor by country, regional or local law.