HVACR Technician

About the role

As a Specialized Trades Worker focusing on HVACR, you will apply your diverse background, education, and work experience to a variety of preventative, corrective, and service‑related HVAC and related trades work projects. You will ensure projects are completed in alignment with objectives and expectations and support the mission and vision of FMDC. Each project offers an opportunity to impact the future, your community, and the State of Missouri, with potential for long‑term career growth. This position is classified as a Specialized Trades Worker and is located within the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA‑FMDC), supporting the Operations Team. OA‑FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent service, prioritizing service for a wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HVACR systems and operations and ensure optimal functionality.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance according to established schedules and standards.
• Check, repair and/or replace valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, pipes, and other functional components of the system.
• Apply trade‑specific knowledge to troubleshooting, repair and remediation tasks.
• Occasionally perform other trades work relating to electrical, electronics, carpentry, concrete and masonry, welding, plumbing, and/or painting.
• Perform heavy lifting, manual labor, and operate machinery and heavy equipment as project needs require.
• Answer emergency calls and occasionally travel to other facilities to provide coverage and assistance.
• Provide coverage at state facilities after hours and/or for emergency purposes (e.g., severe weather, snow removal, water leaks, fire) to ensure facilities and grounds are properly maintained and cleared for team members and the public to conduct state business.
• Follow all OA‑FMDC health and safety protocols in addition to OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This list is not all‑inclusive; other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs.
• The position is physically demanding, including prolonged walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather, and working on uneven or elevated surfaces.

Requirements

• 4‑6 years of on‑the‑job training, education, and/or experience in HVACR or a related trade (substitutions may apply).
• Experience operating and maintaining various equipment and tools.
• Ability to discern the skill set needed for projects and whether it can be completed in‑house or by a contractor.
• Safety‑first mindset with considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• OSHA 10 and/or 30 preferred (FMDC can provide if needed).
• EPA 608 Universal certification preferred (FMDC can provide if needed).
• Excellent attendance, work ethic, attention to detail, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from Missouri or an adjacent state if residing outside Missouri.
• Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration.
• Successful background check results are required (may include name‑based and fingerprint checks and other screenings as needed).
• Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite; the Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Skills

• Ability to communicate, collaborate, and lead with integrity, inspiring trust and building positive rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders and the public.
• Ability to manage numerous time‑sensitive projects independently or as part of a team using procedures, processes, regulations, and practices applicable to