JOIN THE LAWSON MECHANICAL team
Family owned and operated since 1947, Lawson Mechanical Contractors takes pride in having assembled one of the best teams of craftsmen in our trade.
We are committed to serving our clients with attention towards INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, SAFETY, AND quality
But, we can’t achieve that level of excellence without our employees, to whom we owe our success. This is why we would like to offer you the opportunity to help us sustain our history of success through a challenging, fulfilling, and profitable career with Lawson Mechanical Contractors.
Every team member plays an integral role in completing our high-profile, award-winning, one-of-a-kind projects. Lawson Mechanical is one of Northern California’s largest, most comprehensive and well-respected design-build mechanical companies. We encourage every team member to contribute their insights and innovations, and we offer countless opportunities for growth. In fact, many of our team members have been with us for several decades, having worked their way up into management and supervisory roles.
AT LAWSON MECHANICAL, YOU'LL FIND:
A growing workforce.
Our team includes project managers, project engineers, estimators, mechanical engineers, draftsmen, HVAC service technicians, piping, plumbing and sheet metal tradesmen, accounting, and administrative support.
Promotion from within.
Your career path can lead you anywhere within our organization—competitive bidding, negotiations, design-build environment, pre-construction planning, project management, construction finance, or leadership positions.
Generous benefits.
We offer competitive salaries, medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, and long-term career opportunities.
Union affiliations.
Lawson enjoys a productive relationship with its labor partners and is affiliated with the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union, Sheet Metal Workers International Association, and Northern California District Council of Laborers.
Diversity.
We value diversity, as it allows us to better reflect the communities in which we live, work, and build. Every career opportunity is open to qualified candidates based solely on job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
State-of-the-art facilities.
We are committed to your continued growth as a professional, and support that with the most up-to-date facilities you’ll find in the industry.
Social responsibility.
We care about more than the bottom line. Our corporate responsibility is far more than just contributing to charity—it’s a core component of our business model.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Lawson Mechanical Contractors (LMC) is a premier Sacramento Design/Build HVAC, plumbing, and piping mechanical contractor. We are looking to add a talented Mechanical Engineer to our design/build engineering and pre-construction team. Our team works on a wide range of interesting projects in Northern California and the Central Valley.
In the design/build environment, you will have the opportunity to collaborate on projects from the initial concept through completion and commissioning. You will work alongside dynamic and seasoned teams that estimate, coordinate, manage, and build projects together collaboratively.
Our project range incudes educational, medical, performing arts, institutional, hospitality, and commercial buildings. Many of the projects we are involved in include sustainable design and achieve green certifications such as LEED, Net Zero Energy, and Well Building.
Talent goals for this role:
- A minimum of 10 years engineering experience working on HVAC, plumbing, and piping design for commercial, institutional, or industrial projects
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- California Mechanical Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.)
- Ability to lead and motivate engineering project team to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budgets
- Knowledge of state and local building codes
- Knowledge of California Title 24
- LEED Accreditation or strong knowledge of LEED requirements
- Experience working in collaborative and progressive project delivery processes including design/build and design/assist
- Ability to mentor and guide more junior staff
Responsibilities:
- Lead project team and manage project schedule
- Quality of assurance of mechanical designs and documentation Use creative and innovative solutions to solve complex engineering challenges
- Represent LMC in meetings with clients, owners, and other project team members
- HVAC/plumbing/piping systems sizing, selection, and layout
- Building load calculations and energy modeling
- Development of construction drawings using 2D drafting and 3D modeling
- Coordination of mechanical systems with other trades
Preferred Software Experience:
- Revit – 3D Mechanical Systems Modeling
- AutoCAD – 2D Drafting
- CDS Trace 700 - Building Load Calculations and Energy Modeling
- EnergyPro – Building Energy Modeling
- Microsoft office including Word and Excel
Why you should apply: In addition to a competitive salary, LMC offers medical, dental, and life insurance. We have a 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer match. Along with paid holidays, we offer a vacation plan and sick leave. We also offer a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan.
LMC is proud to an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
The Service Manager leads technicians who install, repair and maintain heating and air conditioning systems for the entire company [Service, Special Projects and Main Construction]. This manager routinely works directly with the service and start up technicians, directs the dispatch of personnel to ensure customer satisfaction while meeting the division departmental goals and objectives. Presenting himself/herself as a senior company representative, the Service Manager often communicates directly with customers, vendors and suppliers to ensure accurate communication of job or project status and requirements. This position requires an excellent ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize and provide excellent customer service, conflict resolution, training, and strong leadership skills.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Manages dispatch with schedules, directs and provides technical support for all HVAC technicians to meet service demands and customers’ expectations
- Recruits, interviews, hires and trains all HVAC technicians as required to meet workload demands, and the division or customer expectations and requirements
- Supervises and directs the HVAC technicians to effectively perform the functions of equipment repair, installation, start-up, operation, and other duties as required to ensure customer satisfaction
- Reviews technicians’ work to ensure quality meets established division standards, techniques and safety requirements; makes recommendations as requirements to improve quality and productivity
- Responsible for HVAC technicians’ performance appraisals, reviews and for setting improvement goals per company requirements
- Establishes and maintains a regular training program to ensure that HVAC technicians are properly trained on latest service techniques and safety procedures for equipment and general working conditions
- Conducts group and one-on-one meetings with technicians as required for training, evaluation and general communication; participates and/or conducts regularly scheduled departmental safety/informational meetings
- Communicates regularly with dispatch to ensure that personnel are being scheduled properly by skill level, efficiency and training requirements
- Communicates daily with dispatch reporting on project information, estimated time to complete jobs, labor hours and parts or material used
- Maintains communication with vendors and factory personnel concerning warranty issues, product recall notices, operational problems with products, premature failures and other issues as they apply to products and equipment sold and serviced by the HVAC Service Department
- Develops and monitors budgets, goals and objectives to insure departmental profitability
- Reviews work orders, invoices and time reports for accuracy, and to ensure timely cash flow and maintain minimal account receivables
- Specifies and makes sure that required parts are ordered in timely fashion to ensure work deadlines are met
- Reviews and approved all quoted job sent in by the office staff
- Ensures that all company/division policies are being followed by all HVAC technicians
- Oversees assigned HVAC service vehicles, monitors vehicles to ensure they are being maintained and operated as required and used according to company policy
- Monitors HVAC service vehicles to ensure they are in an acceptable condition to allow technicians to efficiently work out of the vehicle, and that an adequate inventory of parts and material are maintained
- Keeps current with latest factory OEM training on current products, coordinates HVAC technician training and maintains training records to ensure personnel maintain proficiency in preventive maintenance, start-up, trouble-shooting, and repair of supported equipment
- Generate sales leads; and promotes and develops maintenance/service agreements; estimates and generates bids for contract projects/work
- Manages larger installation, start-up and commissioning projects; coordinates and directs a team of technicians and/or installing contractors; performs prestart-up inspections and completes turnover of equipment to owner
- Work with other departmental managers to meet company and departmental goals and objectives
- Other tasks and responsibilities as required to maintain efficient department operations as assigned by the General Manager
REQUIRED ABILITY/SKILL:
- Excellent customer service and sales skills
- Five years HVAC Management related experience
- Experience working within union agreements
- Exhibit an in-depth knowledge and understanding of HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Has the ability to read, interpret, utilize and train on manuals, schematics and control circuits related to HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Technical aptitude with knowledge of local codes and an ability to use resources at hand to find solutions
- Strong leadership skills to enhance team productivity and standards of work produced
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and strong conflict management skills
- Detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments
- Good computer skills: knowledge of and proficiency in common office applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and general software navigation
- Possess a strong personal desire for improvement; and the desire to motivate HVAC technicians to be better tomorrow than they are today
- Have a clean, neat and professional appearance; a top performer who can instill pride of workmanship in himself and in others
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and background
- Ability and willingness to work non-standard schedule: nights, weekends and holidays as/if required
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree Administration or equivalent experience a plus but not required
- Five years HVAC Management related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
JOB SCHEDULE:
- Full-time; Monday through Friday
SALARY:
- Depending on experience
WORK LOCATION:
- Sacramento, CA
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY:
Our Growing Division is looking for influencers to shape and grow with the company. Enjoy providing solutions, collaboration with peers, customers and vendors. Intrigued in the learning of new market segments and business styles that use our services. Our leaders provide support for success at every position feeding a team atmosphere of entire success. We work every day to support our customers and their goals, our success in our individual contribution. "At 100% not only feeds my family and supports our vacations but all those around me (LMC Team)." We need you to continue this effort as we grow. We look forward to meeting you.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary, LMC offers medical, dental, and life insurance. We have a 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer match. Along with paid holidays, we offer a vacation plan and sick leave. We also offer a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan.
LMC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Job Description:
The HVAC Service Coordinator/ Dispatcher works directly with the Service Operations Manager and Office Manager to schedule, assign and dispatch Field Technicians to meet customer service requests. The Service Coordinator supports the Office Manager in coordinating all purchase orders and managing all work orders and billing for the Division. In addition, this position will also support the Operations Manager with inventory control and upkeep. This position requires an excellent ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize, delegate and provide excellent customer service.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
General Duties:
- Dispatch, schedule and assign work orders service requests for all customers.
- Manage email communications and filing system.
- Manage Inventory log and proper placement of parts.
- Manage all purchase orders created for the entire region service team.
- Answers phone calls and support service staff when necessary.
- Create and manage new work orders for all service requests with clear scope of service to be performed in detail.
- Enter data accurately in the work order notes to ensure correct invoicing.
- Ensure proper information is obtained and entered in Company Software for all service calls.
- Assist Sales staff with proposals and correspondence letters.
Administrative Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Create purchase orders by request. Fill out pertaining information in company software and update with description, quantities, tax, etc.
- Update Purchase Orders in Company Software, as needed, once the packing slip is received.
- Research and resolve vendor invoices discrepancies and issues.
- Maintain vendor files with certificate of insurances up to date.
- Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries.
- Assist Office Manager in resolving customer billing problems and solve account receivables delinquency, applying good customer service in a timely manner.
- Identify issues attributing to customer account delinquencies and discuss them with Office Manager.
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
- Assist Service Operations Manager and Office Manager with any other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED ABILITY/SKILL:
- Strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills required.
- Excellent attention to detail with an eye for accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to read and interpret field service work orders and determine/implement the appropriate course of action or follow up.
- Knowledge of general accounting procedures.
- Competent with various software programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook. Bluebeam and MS Project a plus.
- Ability to work independently and to adapt to a fast changing environment.
- Creative, self-disciplined and capable of identifying and completing critical tasks independently and with a sense of urgency.
- Exceptional customer service skills, high level of patience and professionalism are required.
- Eagerness to learn and grow with the division.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Construction Management or equivalent experience a plus but not required.
JOB SCHEDULE:
- Full-time. Monday through Friday.
WORK LOCATION:
- Sacramento, CA
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY:
Our Growing Division is looking for influencers to shape and grow with the company. Enjoy providing solutions, collaboration with peers, customers and vendors. Intrigued in the learning of new market segments and business styles that use our services. We work every day to support our customers and their goals, our success in our individual contribution. "At 100% not only feeds my family and supports our vacations but all those around me (LMC Team)." We need you to continue this effort as we grow. We look forward to meeting you.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary, LMC offers medical, dental, and life insurance. We have a 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer match. Along with paid holidays, we offer a vacation plan and sick leave. We also offer a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan.
LMC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
The Project Coordinator (PC) works directly with the Special Projects team in facilitating the flow of information. The PC supports the project management team in expediting tasks, coordinating activities, resources, scheduling men, procuring equipment, material and information. This position requires an excellent ability to multi-task by supporting project managers on multiple fast moving projects.
The Project Coordinator will contribute to a varied set of projects within the Mechanical and Plumbing design/build and plan/spec world. The PC will support the execution of day-to-day operational tasks and management for an overall successful project deliverable. This candidate should have an interest in mechanical and plumbing systems construction.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
General Duties
- Manage email communications and email filing system.
- Attend production meetings and update master project list. Distribute updates and resulting action items to team.
- Work with Project team to manage network drive filing system.
Project Duties Include (but are not limited to):
- Assist Project Managers and Project Engineer in all aspects of the project as required.
- Document ordering including plans and specifications.
- Assist in the development of QA/QC processes as they relate to design/ build projects.
- Creation of new project folders. Ensure files are in accordance to office filing convention prior to project kickoff.
- Work with Estimator to ensure quote folders are complete with most recent estimate, proposal, vendor quotes and sub-contractor quotes prior to incorporation into project folders.
- Create project data sheets and submit preliminary notices via certified mail.
- Request and submit certificates of insurance to our customer.
- Manage and keep subcontractor and vendor certificates of insurance up to date.
- Preparation of subcontract agreements and purchase orders. Route related files through Docusign and enter into Construction Software.
- Work with risk management department to manage division background clearance and badging. Ensure all related training and certs are up to date. Maintain Database.
- Ensure project information is distributed to team via Bluebeam including project information such as Bid Documents, Submittals, RFI’s, Plans and Specifications.
- Assist Project Managers with document submission and tracking including RFI’s and submittals. Manage distribution to the field, subcontractors and vendors.
- Assist Project Managers in gathering pricing for change orders and work orders.
- Management of submittal process including performance data verification, submission, approval process and follow up. Keep log up to date.
- Work with the Project Managers in the monitoring and tracking of labor budgets and additional costs.
- Assist with the procurement of equipment and materials management. Including tracking equipment releases, anticipated ship dates and items received in submittal log. Coordinate upload of packing slips into Spectrum with Project Administrator.
- Assist with the interfacing between the field, detailing and fabrication personnel for purposes of maintaining a smooth flow of information.
- Assist Project Managers in managing the schedule and separate subcontracted scopes of work.
- Assist with maintenance of office drawings by keeping track of modifications as they take place, either due to field conditions and/or due to design/owner change directive.
- Manage contract closeout information to ensure punch list items are addressed, as-builts completed, operation and maintenance manuals, warranties and all other contract deliverables have been submitted.
REQUIRED ABILITY/SKILL:
- Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and computer skills required.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to proofread and find minor inaccuracies and/or grammatical errors.
- Strong experience working daily in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Bluebeam and MS Project a plus.
- Adept at conducting research, gathering and organizing information from multiple sources on project-related issues.
- Skill to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional customer service skills, high level of patience and professionalism are required.
- Eagerness to learn and grow with the division.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management or equivalent experience a plus but not required.
JOB SCHEDULE:
- Full-time. Monday through Friday.
SALARY:
- Depending on experience.
WORK LOCATION:
- Sacramento, CA
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary, LMC offers medical, dental, and life insurance. We have a 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer match. Along with paid holidays, we offer a vacation plan and sick leave. We also offer a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan.
LMC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.