**Job Title: HVAC Technician** **Job Description** Install and maintain HVAC systems in engine control rooms, accommodation areas, galleys, cafeterias, crew quarters, living areas, lockers, and bunks. Perform diagnostics and repairs on HVAC systems. Install, maintain, and repair ship’s main propulsion and auxiliary systems, including steam, gas turbine, diesel propulsion, propulsion shafting, propellers, rudders, air conditioning, refrigeration, and steering systems. **Responsibilities** + Install and maintain HVAC systems in engine control rooms, accommodation areas, galleys, and cafeteria areas. + Install and maintain crew quarters, living areas, lockers, and bunks. + Perform diagnostics and repairs on HVAC systems. + Install, maintain, and repair ship’s main propulsion and auxiliary systems including steam, gas turbine, diesel propulsion, propulsion shafting, propellers, rudders, air conditioning and refrigeration, and steering systems. + Install, maintain, and repair ship’s sub-systems including pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, hydraulic/electric motor operators, valves, fluid control components/assemblies, and fluid/air/hydraulic systems. + Test installed equipment to ensure the system meets specifications. + Install and test various shop equipment. + Maintain and operate refrigerant handling equipment, vacuum pumps, regulators, and gauge manifolds. **Essential Skills** + Experience in ship repair, shipyard, marine mechanical work, and marine repair. + Proficiency in blueprint reading, pipe installation, installation, grinding, fabrication, and working with stainless steel. + HVAC and AC/R systems troubleshooting and maintenance. + Strong mechanical aptitude, particularly in preventive maintenance. + Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in mechanical ship repair with a focus on air conditioning and refrigeration repair. + Ability to obtain a DBIDS. + EPA and Universal certification required to handle refrigerant. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Preferred background as Machinist Mate, Enginemen, or Gas Turbine Systems Technicians. + Commercial experience and/or certifications that meet the requirements may qualify an applicant. + Demonstrated knowledge of shipboard systems and components. + Possession of required personal tools necessary to accomplish daily tasks. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team that values expertise and offers opportunities for growth. Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your skills are recognized and rewarded. Be part of an organization that prioritizes safety, innovation, and professional development. **Work Environment** Work will be performed at the client's facility, with eventual relocation to NBSD 32nd St. The role involves handling advanced HVAC and refrigeration systems, ensuring a challenging and rewarding work environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chula Vista, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Chula Vista,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.