John Padilla Plumbing, Heating & Air Job Opportunites

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Note: John Padilla Plumbing, Heating & Air does not expect you to know everything, however, a strong grasp of the basic service in HVAC systems is required. This includes but not is limited to the following:

THIS IS REQUIRED

GENERAL;

• Have good customer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with the customer
• Be able to perform routine maintenance on all types of residential heating and air conditioning equipment
• Be able to perform routine maintenance on light commercial package systems, heat pump, and gas electric
• Be able to assist or install HVAC systems
• Know how to properly perform start-up procedures
• Have a type II or universal EPA certification
• Be Nate certified or willing to become NATE certified in the first year of employment
• Willing to continue training
• Have all the basic hand tools, and testing equipment required to perform your job. Specialty tools are not required for new hires, but you are expected to get them in a reasonable amount of time. John Padilla has a tool purchase program to help.

The following Skills are preferred, however, a willingness to fill in the gaps is acceptable.

AIR CONDITIONING;

• Know the different types of refrigerant in use for residential HVAC
• Understand the effects of pressure, temperature, airflow and outside ambient air on pressures and temperature in refrigerant
• Understand the different types of air conditioning metering devices, how they work, and how to diagnose them
• Understand the difference between subcooling, and superheat, how to charge a system using either method
• Be able to do leak detection and the proper use of UV dye’s, be able to perform identification of a leak
• Understand how to identify if a line set is undersized,
• Be able to perform an air conditioning or heating startup to manufacturers guidelines,
• Be able to diagnose a compressor and replace if needed
• Know how to diagnose and check low voltage control systems, including older mechanical relays, and modern circuit board systems.

ELECTRIC;

• Understand the difference between line voltage, 24 voltage, and millivolt systems
• Understand a step-down Transformer and the different VA required in HVAC systems
• Know how to work on PSC, ECM, and Variable speed blower and condenser fan motors
• Know the difference between 115 volt, 208/240 and 480 volt systems both single phase and three phase
• Know how to check if a circuit breaker is good or bad and how to replace it
• Know how to check and replace fuses (all types)

HEATING SERVICE;

• Know how to find the temperature rise required and how to adjust the furnace
• Know how to adjust the proper WG on a standard, two-stage, and modulating gas valve
• Understand the safety switches and relays in a furnace and how to check them
• Understand how to work on Standing pilot, Electronic ignition, and Hot surface ignitors
• Know how to check a heat exchanger and take CO2 readings, what is a dangerous level and what is not
• Understand flue venting, how to install, fix, diagnose issues
• Know the difference between oil ports and how to oil motors and sealed bearing motors

AIR FLOW AND IAQ;

• In both heating and air conditioning know how to take a static pressure reading and understand what the difference is between a good and bad reading, how it affects air flow and performance
• Know the different types of air filtration
• Know how an air filter can affect airflow and system performance
• Understand or have basic knowledge of zoning systems
• Know the difference between Wet Bulb (WB) and Dry Bulb (DB) readings and how to take them
• Know how to adjust balancing dampers

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Note: John Padilla Plumbing, Heating & Air is looking for an organized, experienced plumber with excellent diagnostic skills. As a journeyman plumber, you will be expected to repair, service and install plumbing systems while performing these services safely.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years relevant trade experience
• Proficiency using plumbing tools, materials and equipment
• Have own hand tools
• Understand and follow Uniform Plumbing Code and City Regulations
• Available to work on call
• Valid California driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work on water (copper, PEX, galvanized, Qest), sewer (Cast Iron, ABS, DWV, Clay) and gas systems (Galvanized, PE)
• Install, repair and replace all plumbing fixtures, including water heaters, garbage disposals, shower valves, faucets, toilets, etc.
• Evaluate and clear secondary and main drain lines
• Run a trailer hydrojetter (not required but a plus)
• Inspect sewer pipes with a sewer camera and locate and problem areas
• Use electronic leak detection equipment to locate a water leak under a concrete slab (not required but a plus)
• Locate gas leaks
• Diagnose and provide estimates for repairs with labor and materials broken out
• Complete all required paperwork for each job
• Provide excellent customer service while discussing repairs, options and pricing
• Keep vans, tools and work areas clean and organized

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able step up into his/her van, sit and drive from job to job.
• Must be physically able to climb steps and ladders.
• Must be able to carry up to 50lbs and be able to push/pull a dolly or equipment on wheels to transport items up to 75lbs.
• Must be able to bend, twist, squat and kneel to complete plumbing tasks.
• Must be able to perform his/her duties overhead and under counters.
• Required to use his/her hands throughout the day for driving, holding tools and must be able to twist, squeeze and turn hands to complete the tasks.
• Must be able to dig trenches or holes and use a jackhammer.