Job Information
Amentum HVAC Mechanic in Hampton, Virginia
This is an IBEW Union position
Hourly Rate is $36.42
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The successful candidate will join the Maintenance Directorate to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA Langley Research Center and report directly to the HVAC Shop supervisor.
All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and professionalism. All safety policies and procedures must be followed.
We are looking for a hardworking, dependable person who wants to be a part of our Amentum Maintenance Services team. This is an IBEW union position supporting first shift at a single location, NASA Langley Research Center. Travel around the Hampton Roads Area is not required. When working on Center you will be provided a work vehicle.
Responsibilities:
Ensuring your personal safety, the safety of coworkers and customers is an obligation and primary duty. Supports the Maintenance Services Group mainly by performing preventive maintenance on a wide range of heating and air conditioning systems and refrigeration equipment.
Supports the Maintenance Services group
Performing regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems and refrigeration equipment
Checks units for damage, wear of parts, and evidence of breakdown
Starts equipment and checks for proper control function and efficient operation
Performs other related duties as required
Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required. Valid driver's license is required. Six years’ experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training in a designated field, craft, or trade that can be documented by a certificate or diploma from a reputable organization, school, or trade program. Must be able to effectively communicate well with others. Must be able to effectively communicate and follow instructions. Exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. The Safe Plan of Action (SPA) is a company-provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries: as such, it is the most important tool that we are required to use.
Essential Functions:
Work Environment:
Office environment – (5%)
Test environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals, and industrial facilities. (90%) Travel between various facilities and during test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment operation and environment (10%). All safety rules and regulations must be followed at all times without exception.
Physical Requirements
Visual and physical (hands on) contact of mechanical related systems, hardware, articles (50%). Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb various heights, crawl in confined spaces, and lift up to 35 lbs. (20%), body mobility (60%) and ability (where applicable) to distinguish colors.
Equipment and Machines
Standard HVAC Mechanic's toolbox (80%)
Standard office equipment - PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc. (10%) Safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) (10%)
Attendance
Regular attendance is mandatory (100%) Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (20%)
Other Essential Functions:
US. Citizenship required.
Valid Real ID compliant identification – www.dhs.gov/real-id
A valid driver’s license is required.
Must be able to complete and maintain a NASA background check.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
Must put forward professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others.
The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client.
Must be able to balance scope, schedule, and budget to ensure program success.
Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.
Compensation Details:
36.42
Original Posting:
04/14/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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