Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Little Rock, AR, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical education, enabling individuals to learn while earning. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 12,816 mechanical trade professionals in Arkansas, with wages averaging around $611.85 per week. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033, significantly outpacing the national average. Aspiring mechanical trade professionals in Little Rock can explore apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $80,000 annually for experienced workers.
About Us: At Bernhard, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector. We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success. Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At Bernhard, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success. Overview: Mechanical Designer III The Mechanical Designer III will design plumbing systems, components, or assemblies using engineering principles. Responsibilities: Specific Responsibilities • Works closely with project managers to create unique high-level concepts and designs for all assigned projects. • Works closely with the creative team to ensure the successful execution of goals of all assigned projects. • Influences stylistic direction for projects. • Delivers concepts and designs according to strict project deadlines. • Contributes to all areas of the creative process and department. • Performs work under direct supervision. • Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. • Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor. This position is Full-Time, Non-Exempt, and reports to the Engineering Director. Qualifications: Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications • Associate’s degree in HVAC Technology, Building Systems Engineering, Construction Management • 4-6 years’ design experience • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT • Strong technical skills • Effective oral and written communications skills • Vision and Creativity • Ability to meet deadlines • Planning skills • Possesses beginning to working knowledge of the subject matter • Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment • Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications • Bachelor's degree Travel Requirement • 5-10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location. Physical/Work Environment Requirements • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer • Climbing stairs • Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers • Quiet environment • Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds EEO Statement: Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
See More Details >>Description Job Summary: PowerSecure is seeking qualified candidates for exciting new projects throughout the US. Core competencies for the Mechanical Foreman include the ability to oversee Mechanical Project Installations including: Piping Replacements, Chillers, Boilers, Air Handlers, Pumps, VAV Boxes etc. by managing internal installers or technicians and subcontractors. Our company provides a safety centric culture, great opportunities for upward growth, professional development, and competitive compensation packages. Minimum Qualifications: • High School, GED Equivalent and/or Trade School. • Valid Driver’s license. • Minimum of 7 years in the pipefitting/mechanical trade and a minimum of 4 years in a supervisory role. • Experience with various types of pipe and fitment techniques, including screw pipe, grooved, compression, fusion, glue, sweat, braze and weld, of various materials including steel, copper, plastic, fiberglass etc, with diameters ranging from ½” to 12” or greater. • Experience with sheet metal ductwork fabrication and installation. • Experience with electrical and controls installation (not required, but a plus). • Must be able to pass a government background check, drug test and other site pre-access requirements. • OSHA 30 training (not required, but a plus). • Position requires a willingness to travel to project locations when assigned to work on projects that require onsite presence for extended project durations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Extensive knowledge of pipefitting/mechanical skills within the commercial, institutional and/or industrial HVAC industry. • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, project specifications and equipment submittals. • Ability to take off, measure and order materials as needed for a complete project installation. • Must have a working knowledge of software programs including Procore, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Knowledge of general project accounting. • Ability to be a safety leader to ensure site safety standards are met and all personnel perform project and job duties safely. Supervisory Responsibilities: • The position is a Supervisory role and requires the Mechanical Field Supervisor to manage and supervise a crew of up to 8 HVAC Installers, Laborers, and Subcontractor personnel to effectively execute and complete contracted project scope safely and proficiently. Essential Functions: • Coordinate installation schedule with project manager, customer, and subcontractors. • Collaborate with project manager to produce weekly and monthly look ahead schedules to ensure material, equipment and manpower needs are identified and scheduled prior to start of work. • Create, utilize, and distribute Daily Reports to document project work. • Complete daily job safety briefings for site personnel at the beginning of each shift. This daily function also includes delegation of responsibilities to supervised staff. • Develop pipefitters, sheet metalworkers, HVAC technicians and apprentices in work-related areas to enhance work knowledge, productivity, and safety. • Reliable, self-motivated, and professional. • Maintain safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures; Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local jurisdiction requirements. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be physically capable of walking, climbing, kneeling, field of vision, balancing, hearing, and talking. Workers can be subjected to possible bodily injury from pipe fitting equipment, tools, materials, etc. Work environment may include exposure to weather, extreme heat (including humidity) or cold, noise intensity level, atmospheric conditions, exposure to electrical shock, exposure to radiation, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working at heights, and working around explosives. About Us: PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers. Join Our Power Team! (https://cloud.3dissue.com/205953/206237/242401/HR-9-14-2020/index.html) We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes: • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage • Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan • Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days) • Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account • Wellness Incentive Programs • Employee Referral Program • Tuition Reimbursement PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
See More Details >>Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students". All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. Department:Mechanical & Electrical Department's Website: https://ualr.edu/faclitities/ Summary of Job Duties:The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance activities in one or more of the following skilled trades: HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, or mechanical. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Qualifications: Required Education &/or Experience: • The formal education equivalent of an Associate/Vo-Tech /Trade Degree; or a Class B HVACR license in the state of AR; or equivalent license from another state or authority having jurisdiction; or the ability to earn an AR Class B HVAC License within 6 months of hire; • Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing building HVAC, plumbing, BAS, and mechanical systems; • Experience using and managing work assignments and workflow using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); • A record of positions and/or actions demonstrating increasing responsibility and leadership of skilled trades peers and other staff. Preferred Education &/or Experience: • At least five (5) years of supervisory experience. Job Duties & Responsibilities: • Supervise a medium to large-sized staff of skilled and semi-skilled HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical workers by interviewing, submitting recommendations for hiring, handling employee-related problems and disciplinary matters, and evaluating the performance of incumbents; • Plan and prepare work schedules for HVAC technicians, plumbers, and mechanics; • Inspect buildings, equipment, and grounds to determine needed maintenance; • Monitor jobs in progress and inspects completed projects for compliance to acceptable standards; • Handle complaints received from building areas, such as room temperature controls, equipment breakdown, and unsafe facilities; • Maintain and compile information, such as inventory of equipment and supplies, job status reports, and budget documentation; • Attend staff meetings with departmental personnel and make recommendations on new policies and/or procedures; • Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : • Ability to supervise the works of others; • Knowledge of the methods and techniques of building, equipment, and practices used in the HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical trade maintenance; • Knowledge of building codes and regulations; • Skill in the use and care of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical tools and equipment; • Ability to plan and schedule work activities of workers; • Ability to determine building, equipment, and maintenance needs; • Ability to maintain records and compile information for reports; • Ability to follow instructions; • Ability to use gauges, augers, vibration monitoring equipment, and other tools as necessary to perform duties of an HVAC technician, plumber, or mechanic; • Ability to communicate to the campus community and co-workers; • Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license; • Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Additional Information: Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position. All Facilities Management employees are eligible to receive scholarship assistance to further their educational goals for skilled trades education and college degree through the Educational Scholarship fund. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Leslie Hutchins, ACV, [email protected] All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity:Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing Benefits Eligible:Yes
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