Facility Maintenance Technician jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

Actively seeking multiple talented and driven Commercial Refrigeration Technicians to become a vital part of our growing team!

Who We Are:

B&B Facility Maintenance is based out of Woodbridge, VA and has a proud legacy of dedicated service to the DMV specializing in Commercial Refrigeration, Commercial HVAC, Commercial kitchen equipment installation and repair.

Position Summary:

Refrigeration Technicians are tasked with the installation, repair, and maintenance of a diverse range of equipment, specifically focusing on refrigeration systems. This includes but is not limited to: commercial refrigeration units, walk-in freezers, ice machines, and cold storage facilities. Additionally, refrigeration technicians are proficient in working with related components such as condensers, evaporators, and refrigerant lines.

Technician Responsibilities:

• Analyze, plan, and perform preventive maintenance of refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify refrigeration units, such as walk-in freezers, ice machines, and cold storage equipment.
• Plan and execute maintenance shutdowns for pumps, such as chill water, heating water, and condensation pumps.
• Adhere to all city, state, and federal regulatory statutes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records to the B&B Facility Maintenance Standard.
• Efficiently communicate and manage parts necessary for refrigeration equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints proficiently.
• Organize work effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence effectively.
• Proficiency in arithmetic, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Mastered knowledge of refrigeration cycles, including diagnosing and correcting problems, using manifold gauge set, pressure/temperature charts, and temperature measuring devices.
• Expertise in refrigeration recovery, evacuation, charging, and sizing of refrigerant piping.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, including AC and DC currents, single phase and three-phase circuits, and the ability to read advanced wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency in using multi-meters to read voltage, current, and resistance values for troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• Mastery in temperature and humidity measurement and control in air conditioning units, including using psychometric charts for determining air properties.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and relevant computer skills.
• Knowledge of advanced heat load/loss calculations and cooling load calculations.
• Ability to diagnose & repair 1 to 15hp Walk-In Coolers & Freezers.
• Ability to diagnose & repair self-contained remote Reach-In commercial refrigeration units (lowboys, upright, display cases) including R134a, R404A & R290 units.
• Ability to diagnose & repair RTU roof top units, economizers, make-up air, exhaust fans.
• Qualifications and Education Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Driver's license
• Clean driving record, background and drug testing.
• Strong work ethic & positive attitude.
• Efficient communication skills & ability to write work completed.
• Ability to write scope of work for estimates.
• Must have hand tools, gauges, and electrical tester. (Company provides recovery machine, vacuum pump, digital scale and larger necessary tools and equipment)
• High school or equivalent
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift and/or carry moderate weight (15-50 pounds), sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, repetitive hand motions, hear, speak, some travel within the District and occasionally outside the district/county, may experience prolonged and irregular work hours, and work with frequent interruptions

What We Provide:

• Company Provided Service Vehicle with Gas Card & iPhone
• Competitive Pay (Based on Experience and Certifications)
• Uniforms
• PTO
• Training Opportunities
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Guaranteed 40hrs / Work Year Round
• Overtime Available
• Tool Bill Account

Competency Statement(s):

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.

Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.

Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Refrigeration: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations