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Mechanical Technician

Valar Atomics

Valar Atomics

Software Engineering
Hawthorne, NJ, USA
USD 31-40 / hour
Posted on Jan 27, 2026

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, and to develop/update detailed work instructions for proper equipment preventative maintenance dedicated to ensuring zero unplanned interruption in services to employees and customers.
  • Maintain and repair HVAC support equipment on facilities systems including air handlers, chilled water, condenser pumps, cooling towers, valves, filters, etc.
  • Perform ductwork modifications, brazing, soldering, evacuation & charging of various refrigerants, water piping, insulation modifications and repairs.
  • Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
  • Perform hands-on shop work and/or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and other mechanical equipment.
  • Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required.
  • Perform failure assessments and day-to-day safety inspections - making recommendations to the supervisor as required.
  • Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools for mechanical repairs/upgrades.
  • Present information on equipment maintenance statuses for all critical facilities as required for internal and external customers.
  • Operate a forklift, scissor lift, pallet jack, boom lift, work truck, and overhead crane.
  • Written and verbal communication skills, use of MS Outlook and Teams.
  • Take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
  • Follow and ensure site compliance with all applicable Valar, local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
  • 3+ years of professional experience working with HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, or electrical systems.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Knowledge in the following areas: HVAC, plumbing, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipefittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors, etc.), and a variety of mechanical fasteners.
  • Technical certification, journeyman, or master in HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical Systems.
  • Knowledge of high-pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases.
  • Professional experience maintaining high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters and standard air handling unit (AHU) filtration systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level.
  • Familiar with commercial building codes.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web-based service literature and programs.
  • Possesses a good attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, and is a self-starter.
  • Demonstrates a consistent record of punctual schedule adherence.
  • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction.

Salary

$31 - $40 USD