Facilities HVAC Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

Operates, inspects, and maintains mechanical and electrical equipment for commercial HVAC systems in assigned facilities to achieve most efficient results.

Affirms that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner.

Minimizes down time through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance.

Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.

• Maintains, operates, and repairs HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned building(s).
• Inspects building HVAC and plumbing systems to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Performs assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance.
• Completes maintenance and repair records as required.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Reviews historical maintenance records to develop proactive inspection, testing and preventive maintenance schedule.
• Operates company vehicle in a safe manner and follows prescribed routines to service locations in a timely manner.

Other Responsibilities

• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work.
• Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level.
• Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times.
• Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of seven years’ experience as a certified refrigerant technician.
• Completion a formal apprenticeship program preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Certification in two or more of the following: Electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair as well as CFC Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Knowledge & Skills: Ability to self learn and understand complex machinery and systems.
• Deep understanding of basic equipment technology such as but not limited to knowledge of weights and measures, practical mathematics especially SPC, strength of materials, fundamentals of heat transfer, basic electricity, bearings, seals, gears, cams, links, chain, belts, fasteners, hydraulics, pumps, piping, pressure, flow, tanks, diesels and gas engines, compressors and fans, refrigeration, air conditioning, lubrication, insulation, motors, contactors, controllers, power supplies, and programmable logic controllers.
• Ability to use computers and common software.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally or in writing.
• A technical understanding of Building Systems and equipment is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to consistently deliver the hours required to do the job.
• Must be shift and time flexible.
• Exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Exposure to coating material dust which necessitates dust masks or breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
• Moderate lifting and pushing/pulling, climbing ladders/ stairways, operation of both material and ariel equipment.