SCS Maintenance/HVAC Technician (Contingent)

About the role

KBR supports the U.S. Air Force with infrastructure security, base operations, maintenance and repair at Kyogamisaki and Shariki Communications Sites in Japan, in the INDOPACOM area of responsibility. This contingent HVAC/R maintenance position works under limited supervision, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and performing emergency and preventive maintenance on base facilities and equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair freezer and refrigeration units, food service equipment, appliances, fitness equipment, HVAC equipment, and general facility items such as flooring, roofs, painting, fences and gates.
• Inspect, clean and maintain commercial kitchen hoods and duct exhaust systems, and maintain and repair mechanical locks.
• Repair, maintain, fabricate and install base signage, and inspect fire extinguishers.
• Perform installation, operation, maintenance, repair and disposal of HVAC/R systems, including troubleshooting and environmental regulations for fuels, refrigerants and hazardous materials.
• Complete and review records, maintain tools and equipment, and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Act as key person for Maximo, HAZMAT and HAZWASTE.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC units, power generation equipment and structures, and corrosion control on fences, gates and signs.
• Maintain and operate material handling equipment (Bobcat, forklifts, manlift), grass-cutting equipment and snow removal equipment.
• Drive company vehicles twice weekly for mail pickup and delivery to Misawa AB and run errands at the Misawa commissary and exchange.

Required profile

• US citizen with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Passport book with at least 13 months of validity and 6 blank visa/stamp pages.
• At least 5 years of experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one before deployment.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of arrival.
• Ability to interpret drawings and schematics.

Required skills

• Proficiency in troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance and rewiring of HVAC equipment, especially the 5-ton Environmental Control Unit (ECU).
• Knowledge of HVAC/R system principles, controls and components.

What we offer

• Possible benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off and flexible work schedule.
• Career advancement through professional training and development.