HVAC Technician I

 

Department of Enterprise Assets Management

HVAC Technician I 

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled 

Salary Range: $55,538 - 62,000 annually 

 

General Description and Classification Standards:

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: The HVAC Technician provides mechanical support for the department managed facilities. This role has wide range of responsibilities, including mechanical system troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, emergency response, general maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, controls, and distribution systems. Individuals entering this position must already possess the knowledge of the work and the required motor skills and physical capabilities to carry out HVAC tasks. 

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks. Reports to the HVAC Supervisor. 

Leadership Provided 

None. May oversee temporary or contract workers as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

  • Skilled in use of tools and machinery common to trade and craft.
  • Knowledge of HVAC terminology; safety procedures; HVAC principles and techniques; the principles, practices and procedures of HVAC maintenance and repairs. 
  • Skill in operating recovery equipment, tools, leak detection equipment, and various tools and meters used to perform daily job duties; operating basic hand and power tools such as a power drill, saw and related equipment.
  • Familiar with computer equipment and programs. Able to use hand-held and desktop devices to communicate and maintain service documentation and access and update asset information via work order system.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, plans, sketches, blueprints, and procedure manuals; write reports and correspondence; speak effectively before customers or employees. Use and understand facility building controls to assist in the operation of HVAC components.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

  • Installs, repairs, and operates heating and air conditioning units, water coolers and refrigeration units in assigned facilities.
  • Monitors, inspects, and calibrates equipment to ensure proper working order; maintains equipment to ensure continuous operation which includes charging system with refrigerants and recovery of refrigerants in compliance with environmental regulations. 
  • Troubleshoots malfunctioning heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems to determine the cause of the malfunction. 
  • Provides technical assistance with the design of HVAC systems including installations and modifications to existing systems; Reads blueprints, equipment diagrams and drawings to properly layout projects. 
  • Prepares and submits requests for supplies and equipment; maintains an accurate record of materials and supplies used. 
  • Responds to emergency service requests in a timely and effective manner. Assist and monitor vendors/contractors while on site making repairs. 
  • Performs preventive maintenance rounds on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis and enters inspections into CMMS in a timely and concise manner.
  • Installs and repairs motors (single & two speed); install and rebuild pumps and motors; install air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other mechanics with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. 
  • Installs, repairs, and maintains electrical controls, switching and motor controls.
  • Maintains and repairs air handling units, exhaust fans, fan coil units, reheat coils, and other associated mechanical equipment.
  • Light plumbing, electrical, furniture moves and other general repairs.

 

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