HVAC Technician

Base pay is influenced by several factors including a candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, and anticipated contributions to meet the needs of the business, along with internal pay equity and external market-driven rates. The salary range displayed has not been adjusted for geographical location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer time off
• Incentive Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, tests, repairs, and installs HVAC equipment including centrifugal chillers, VAV systems, centrifugal pumps, air handlers, heat exchangers, computer room AC units, steam humidifiers, cooling towers, kitchen equipment, gas/oil fired boilers, gas fired hot water heaters, process chillers used in the distributive cooling system of the mainframes, return air fans, exhaust fans, motor control centers, motor starters, pneumatic and electronic building controls, heat pumps, dry coolers, and air compressors.
• Operates, maintains, tests, and repairs accessory equipment including electro-pneumatic controls, digital/pneumatic systems used in a centralized energy management and equipment operation system that monitors the environment of buildings.
• Maintains a complete set of as-built blueprints and technical literature necessary to efficiently operate and maintain the HVAC system.
• Troubleshoots equipment using books, blueprints, and schematics.
• Generates reports needed to document service and performance of equipment including the report-generating function of the BMS.
• Works with vendors and supply houses to maintain equipment.
• Maintains a complete set of service records on all HVAC equipment.
• Completes work orders, logbooks, and refrigerant usage logs.
• Provides technical expertise when required.
• Communicates with management daily.
• Maintains and repairs the refrigeration equipment ensuring continuous and reliable operation.
• Responds to building-related service calls with minimal supervision.
• Assists with snow removal and is on a call schedule for after-hours emergencies.

Skills

• Able to read and apply blueprints for building controls used to maintain commercial HVAC equipment.
• Able to calculate makeup air based on CFM design.
• Able to solder, braze, and weld using gas and electrical equipment.
• Has worked with and installed copper, PVC, and black iron pipe.
• Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams used to troubleshoot HVAC equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Knowledge

• Knowledge and experience in the use of testing procedures and equipment, and the ability to interpret the results obtained from this equipment.
• Understanding of how to balance air and water systems in commercial buildings.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, SDS, and NEC codes relating to state and local municipalities.
• Working knowledge of buildings and environmental equipment.
• Ability to repair, calibrate, and operate HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC control techniques and equipment used in centralized computer control systems.
• Practical knowledge of mathematics involved in the operation, testing, and calibration of HVAC systems.
• Thorough knowledge of refrigeration and temperature/pressure charts.
• Working knowledge of PC-based building control software.

Experience

• 5 years of experience including a strong background in mechanical areas such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, electronics, solid-state controls, and carpentry.
• Preferred: At least 10 years of experience in commercial HVAC service work including BMS systems, pneumatic VAV systems, chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, boilers, centrifugal pumps, pneumatic controls, electro-pneumatic controls, variable frequency drives, and motor control centers.
• Experience with operation and repairs of Liebert computer room air conditioning equipment.
• Installation and troubleshooting experience with high voltage.

Education and Certifications

• Must be universal-certified to work with all types of refrigerants.

Work Environment

Working environment includes typical office conditions as well as hot and cold conditions while performing exterior work.

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

About Us

We recognize that work is a part of life, not separate from it, and foster a flexible environment where your health and wellbeing are prioritized. At Capital Blue Cross, you will work alongside a caring team of supportive colleagues and be encouraged to volunteer in your community. We value your professional and personal growth by investing heavily in training and continuing education, so you have the tools to do your best as you develop your career. By doing your best, you’ll help us live our mission of improving the health and well-being of our members and the communities in which they live.