Take Your Career Around the World

Looking for more than just your next job? Join a team supporting the U.S. Department of State at American embassies and consulates around the globe.

At MEC, we’re seeking skilled professionals across a wide range of disciplines-including skilled trades, facilities management, logistics, administration, technical services, and operations-to help support the critical mission of U.S. diplomatic facilities worldwide. Every role plays an important part in maintaining safe, secure, and mission-ready environments for American personnel serving overseas.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, the opportunity to live and work internationally, and an outstanding compensation and benefits package, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join MEC?

• Competitive compensation
• Company-paid housing and utilities overseas
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid travel to your overseas assignment
• The opportunity to live and work abroad while supporting an important U.S. Government mission
• Professional growth through unique international experience

Reports to:  Maintenance Supervisor

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Operates, maintains and repairs HVAC building systems such as boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, water heaters, air handling and air conditioning units under the technical guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operates, maintains, and repairs installed HVAC equipment such as centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, heating boilers, humidifying steam boilers, heat exchangers, main hot water systems, domestic water storage tanks, water heaters, air handling and air conditioning units, air filters, variable air volume mixing boxes and air distribution systems. Have ability to repair minor plumbing and service chilled water lines as required.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC systems in accordance with established schedules, operating procedures, and equipment warranty.
• Analyzes malfunctions in heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and equipment, and makes necessary adjustments or repairs.
• May occasionally install HVAC systems as required.
• Determines necessary spare parts and expendable supply requirements and manages stock to include reorder as required.
• Travels to local vendors as necessary to procure materials; participates in random procurement process as necessary; uses petty cash when necessary.
• Provides escort as necessary for LES and other non-cleared workers.
• Backs-up other Contract personnel as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE

• Education

Completion of secondary school or obtained GED is required.  Completion of technical school required with specialized training and certification as an HVAC/Refrigeration Technician with industrial experience and completion of the Safe Handling of Refrigerant Course.

• Prior Work Experience

Must have five years in the HVAC trade; specialization in computer driven electromechanical control systems i.e., Johnson Controls, Semen controls, 250 ton capacity Chiller and cooling tower operations, 300-500 ton capacity Multistack Air Cooled Chiller, Multistack Dedicated Heat Recovery Chiller, 20 kw or above Liebert Precision Air Conditioner, ventilation systems; experience in installing and maintaining pumps and fans.

• Knowledge

Must have full journeyman knowledge of modern HVAC equipment including chillers, cooling towers, digital controls, and plumbing.  Must have knowledge of established standard trade practices and industry norms.  Familiar with industry standard lockout/tagout procedures is required.  Familiar with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controls.

• Skills and Abilities

Must have ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and standard industry symbols. Read technical information.  Must have comprehensive trade skills in the HVAC field. Must be able to use all related power tools, hand tools, measuring devices and meters pertinent to the trade. Must be able to weld with gas and machine welders Mig tig and carbon arc. Must be able to do layout and installation of piping ducting. Must be able to solder, braze, maintains a valid drivers’ license.  Must be Universal CFC certified, or possess similar certification.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

If you’re adaptable, thrive in dynamic environments, and are ready to take your career beyond borders, we encourage you to apply today. Join a team that supports the U.S. Department of State’s global mission while gaining valuable international experience and enjoying a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Click the “Apply for Job” button below to begin your journey.

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