About Us: At Johnson Barrow, we believe that our strength starts with a passion for excellence. Our 50 years of innovation allows us to be one of the most established and respected HVAC organizations in the Pacific Northwest. We are committed to the goal of providing quality service for our customers and manufacturing partners. We are proud to be on the cutting edge of system technology, which is extremely critical in today's energy conscious market. By continually striving to foster a positive, supportive culture, we not only hold ourselves to the highest standard for our customers but enjoy and take great pride in the work we do! Role: Cooling Tower Technician Responsibilities: • Apply industrial coatings to HVAC systems and cooling towers. • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on cooling towers, including: • Checking water levels and water quality • Inspecting fans, motors, pumps and overall unit integrity • Cleaning and maintaining heat exchangers/tube bundles • Troubleshoot and repair cooling tower equipment. • Adhere to safety protocols and regulations, including: • Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) • Following safety procedures for working at heights and around moving machinery • Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient and effective operations. Requirements: • Physical abilities: • Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs • Ability to climb up and down ladders • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions • Skills and experience: • Experience with basic hand and power tools • Valid driver's license • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Ability to work independently and take initiative • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Pre-employment Requirements: • Drug and alcohol screening • DOT physical, Respirator physical & fit test • Background check • Driver’s Abstract Estimated Salary: $25 - $35/hr, with flexibility based on experience. Johnson Barrow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Johnson Barrow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
See More Details >>POSITION SUMMARY The Precision Cooling System Specialist is the highest grade of Field Support Engineer. Field Support Engineers are product experts that provide input into technical training, technical documentation and manuals, They help customers resolve precision cooling problems that no one else can solve as a resource of escalation. They are instrumental in managing the Field Trial process for introducing new products to the field. They perform factory Start Up of XD and potentially other product lines that are more highly technical than typical Liebert models. The Precision Cooling System Specialist must be able solve problems with minimal technical support as they are considered the product expert. RESPONSIBILITIES • Supervise Field Trials – schedule travel dates with customers, coordinate on-site training with local support staff, resolve one-of-a-kind technical issues • Resolve customer problems where Liebert equipment is not meeting expectations – these problems may be application-related where the equipment is being asked to do something it wasn’t designed for and other technicians have failed to resolve the issue. Maintain positive relationships sales and customers by maintaining customer satisfaction with Liebert products • Coordinate, supervise and perform factory Start Up of key products • Participate on New Product Development (NPDP) teams: • Provide serviceability feedback to engineering during the design process • Review and contribute to technical training material • Review and contribute to technical manuals • Provide feedback to the factory for potential product quality and reliability issues • Informally train local support staff (including customer maintenance personnel, 3 rd party contractors, or Liebert associates) on how to maintain equipment after issues have been resolvedProvide telephone Diagnostic Engineering support during peak call periods when other Diagnostic Engineering resources are not available. QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED • 5 years experience with Liebert Precision Cooling Equipment plus 4-yr degree in HVAC Engineering or 10 years’ experience as a technician with Liebert Precision Cooling Equipment • EPA refrigerant license certification • Completion of all available Product Training Classes, especially iCOM, and new products • Excellent customer service, communication and diplomacy skills • Highly Proficient with electrical / electronic test equipment • Proficient with technical schematics and diagrams • ‘Craftsman’ level brazing skills • Ability to perform any repair or modification to Liebert precision cooling equipment • Ability to network the controls of major product lines (including DS, XD, CRV) and set up teamwork, lead-lag • Experience with CANBus communication • Ability to connect Liebert Precision cooling equipment with various building management systems (BMS) and knowledge of common BMS communication protocols • Familiarity / sensitivity to the Liebert product sales business model of Liebert / REP / Contractor / End User – IT OperatorFamiliarity with the new DA125 and the principals of pumped refrigerant economization PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent driving (car, van, truck). Must be able to consistently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds Notes: Vertiv will make reasonable accommodations whenever necessary for all qualified employees or candidates with disabilities (as defined by applicable law), provided that (1) the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job and (2) such accommodations due not impose an undue hardship. • Extreme cold (below 32*) • Extreme heat (above 100*) • Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard) • Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors) • Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.) • Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather) WORKING CONDITIONS: • 75% Travel is required. • Ability to work unusual hours such as weekend and nights based on customer requirements • May have on-call responsibility. • Driver’s license and passport are requiredMust be at least 18 years old The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES • Customer Focus • Operational Excellence • High-Performance Culture • Innovation • Financial Strength OUR BEHAVIORS • Own It • Act With Urgency • Foster a Customer-First Mindset • Think Big and Execute • Lead by Example • Drive Continuous Improvement • Learn and Seek Out Development At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. The anticipated salary range for this role in the State of Washington locality is between $104,280 to $130,295 per year—salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are role based. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role. The role is eligible to participate in a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay (9 days), and 401k. 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See More Details >>HVAC-R Installation Technician Hunter-Davisson, Inc. is a commercial HVAC-R Design Build Mechanical Contractor seeking an Installer to join our growing team. The person we are seeking is a team player who is organized, has solid worth ethic and demonstrates outstanding customer service. Hunter-Davisson, Inc. (HD) has been serving businesses in Oregon and SW Washington since 1965 and became 100% Employee Owned in 2020. Our brand and reputation for providing quality HVAC and refrigeration service, preventative maintenance and installations in the commercial market has led to our continued success. Essential Job Functions: • Set/hang HVAC-R equipment (to include refrigerant piping and hydronic piping) • Low-voltage wiring for those with a Limited Energy-B License • Inspect, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converted units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion vales. • Replace defective parts in units and equipment or units/equipment as a whole. • Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedules, using knowledge of capacities of equipment and assigned personnel. • Perform a variety of duties which may change often and rate information using measurable standards. • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or products specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabrication, assembling, and installing HVAC-R products. • Comply with all aspects of company safety program. • Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations. Physical requirements: • Stand or walk for long periods of time during a regular work day. • Use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects. • Lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds. • Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other climbing devices. • Carry tools and equipment; work while in stopped, kneeling, crouched and crawling positions. • See naturally with or without correction, to safely perform designated tasks. Some of our benefits include: • 401(k) plan • Paid holidays and vacations • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance • Profit sharing • Employee Stock Ownership • Truck, uniforms and all tools provided Why work with Hunter-Davisson, Inc.? In addition to offering competitive pay and benefits, we are committed to furthering the career development of our employees. We believe in providing training and career development opportunities for employees who demonstrate a strong work ethic, think creatively, and manage time and projects efficiently and safely. If you are interested in pursuing a career at Hunter-Davisson, Inc., please send your cover letter and resume to hr@hunterdavisson.com, attn: HR Manager. Drug free and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Becoming an HVAC technician in Portland, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 HVAC technicians nationwide, with a 6% job growth projected from 2022 to 2032. In Portland, the average weekly wage for HVAC technicians is approximately $1,150, with experienced professionals often earning over $110,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
