John Padilla Plumbing Inc. Job Opportunites
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HVAC Service Job description Journeyman Level Click Here to Print Application!
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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Plumber Job description Journeyman Level Click Here to Print Application!
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.