HVAC / ICWS Technician

About the role

The HVAC / ICWS Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning (HVAC) and Industrial Control & Water Systems (ICWS) that support mission‑critical facilities at Al Udeid Air Base. The position ensures reliable environmental control and water system operations in line with U.S. military standards and host‑nation regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC equipment including chillers, AHUs, RTUs, split systems and associated control systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and control‑related faults and perform corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor system performance, recommend efficiency improvements and maintain accurate maintenance logs.
• Operate and maintain industrial control systems for potable water, wastewater, pumping and distribution, including SCADA/BMS interfaces.
• Conduct inspections, testing and minor repairs on valves, pumps, sensors and control components.
• Support water system sampling, flushing and compliance activities.
• Respond to emergency calls, provide after‑hours/on‑call support and ensure safe work environments.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years experience with commercial/industrial HVAC/R and ICWS.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; ability to obtain a Qatar residency visa.
• DoD Secret clearance (must maintain).
• Willingness to work in extreme dust, heat and hazardous conditions.

Required skills

• HVAC system operation, maintenance and repair.
• Industrial Chilled Water Systems (ICWS) maintenance.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Control system diagnostics and SCADA/BMS monitoring.
• Interpretation of technical drawings, schematics and control diagrams.