HVAC/R Technician

About the Role

The HVAC/R Technician will focus on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment across all systems. The selected candidate will demonstrate strong HVAC technical expertise and be multi-skilled in related trades including Electrical, Piping/Plumbing, and Central Utility Plant Operations to successfully complete daily and weekly work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and monitoring repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems to ensure systems meet applicable standards.
• Maintain responsibility for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency.
• Clean, inspect, calibrate, and change parts to maintain HVAC systems and associated equipment at optimum performance levels.
• Utilize tools, materials, and test equipment for installation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning/refrigeration HVAC control systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC controls including pneumatic, electric, and electronic systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC/BAS control issues including dampers, coils, HVAC steam-related controls, air handling equipment, and all valve types.
• Adjust and calibrate pneumatic and electronic devices to properly balance HVAC systems.
• Inspect and service controls on a scheduled basis.
• Respond to service calls and troubleshoot system issues.
• Prepare repair and installation estimates for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems and provide repair recommendations.
• Troubleshoot and test controls using test gauges, amp meters, hydro thermographs, and computers.
• Perform manufacturer-required preventive and emergency repairs on HVAC equipment across all facility locations.
• Service Electric-Only HVAC Systems.
• Service Gas Boiler and Electric HVAC Systems.
• Perform corrective maintenance in assigned programmatic areas.
• Inspect and test equipment and systems to maintain technical integrity and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Review technical manuals to remain current with evolving technology and electrical safety codes.
• Work extensively outdoors installing and maintaining a wide array of technical equipment.
• Use ladders, safety equipment, and navigate rooftops and confined spaces as required.
• Apply technical knowledge to perform routine tasks following detailed instructions.
• Receive technical guidance from supervisor or higher-level technician as needed.
• Complete work that is subject to spot-checking for accuracy.

Requirements

• EPA Universal Level Certification (required)
• NATE Certification (preferred)
• HVAC Excellence Professional/Industry Certification (preferred)
• UA Star Mastery Certification (preferred)
• OSHA certification (preferred)
• 5+ years of commercial HVAC/R journeyman-level experience
• EPA Universal Level Certification per Section 608 of the Clean Air Act
• Experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Experience with Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) practices
• Capable of performing physical labor including lifting up to 40 pounds

Nice to Have

• 6+ years of progressively responsible HVAC equipment installation, maintenance, and repair experience
• Completion of an HVAC control training program
• Extensive factory training and field experience with HVAC equipment
• Qualification in preventive maintenance and servicing of HVAC equipment