HVAC Technician

About the Role

The essential function of this position is to provide leadership in and perform highly skilled maintenance and repair work on District heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment. The role involves training and directing assigned mechanics/technicians, monitoring and servicing equipment, ensuring prompt response to work orders, diagnosing and repairing equipment malfunctions, and maintaining accurate work records. The position operates under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and work direction for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems in District facilities.
• Gathers and analyzes equipment failure information; researches manufacturers' manuals for technical guidance; determines the most efficient repair methods.
• Assists in reviewing requests for contracted repair work and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Repairs or replaces system/equipment parts; tests for and repairs leaks; recharges systems.
• Reads and interprets mechanical system prints and wiring schematics related to HVAC equipment.
• Maintains equipment, tools, and vehicles; keeps inventory records of equipment and tools.
• Uses an established work order system to monitor material and supply costs, ensuring adherence to budget restrictions.
• Estimates costs for repair and new installation projects.
• Calibrates control components to ensure peak operational efficiency; assists energy management staff with control problems as requested.
• Performs other maintenance and repair duties as designated by a supervisor.
• Keeps records of work requested, completed, hours, materials used, and other necessary management information.
• Assists in training and provides leadership to assistants or trainees as assigned.
• Ensures all work complies with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and safety and quality standards; completes work orders and assignments in a timely manner.
• Attends training and meetings to exchange information and enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Twenty (20) hours of training in pneumatic or electronic controls.
• Four (4) years of related experience.
• Valid certification in the removal of CFCs in accordance with EPA standards.
• Preferred: Plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or gas journeyman’s license.
• Certificates of completion in related studies.

Degree Equivalency Formula: Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required experience. Master’s Degree = 2 years plus required experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.

Schedule

This position will work for Zone 2 and Zone 4.