HVAC Technician

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of heating and air conditioning systems.
• Repair, replace, or calibrate controls including thermostats and switches.
• Install new heating and air conditioning systems and components and relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to code specifications and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
• Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select materials and hardware, make time and materials cost estimates, and maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials including maintaining coolant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Electrical measuring and testing equipment; welding equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van
• Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; may work on rooftops; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may work irregular and prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress