Steamfitter - Pflaum - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

About the role

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) technician position. The position involves a wide variety of duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, air conditioning, and temperature control systems in all MMSD facilities. The role requires varied working hours and availability on an emergency basis. The position is part of the Facilities Engineering team and reports to the Facilities Engineering Manager and Assistant Director of Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC refrigeration equipment and systems
• Install new HVAC equipment or programs associated with remodeling or new construction work
• Serve and maintain low-pressure steam and hot water boilers
• Install, maintain, and repair DDC and pneumatic controls
• Troubleshoot, install, and set up Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Assist in estimating labor, materials, and supplies for work assigned
• Maintain records of materials and labor associated with assigned work
• Visit each building frequently and be familiar with the various HVAC systems and components
• Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership or their representatives or designees

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC refrigeration equipment along with required certification to perform this work in the State of Wisconsin
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and ordinances relating to construction activities and specifically with HVAC work
• Knowledge and experience with pneumatic, electronic, and DDC controls and working with Building Automation System front end graphic interfaces
• Knowledge of safety requirements, state code, and general orders of the Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations, and the laws relating to construction
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers, contractors, technical consultants, students, and the public

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization
• Follow principles and practices that promote and advance anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC refrigeration equipment along with required certification to perform this work in the State of Wisconsin
• Knowledge of major types of HVAC installations (common, unusual breakdowns, and standard repair procedures)
• Knowledge and experience with pneumatic, electronic, and DDC controls and working with Building Automation System front end graphic interfaces
• Knowledge of safety requirements, state code, and general orders of the Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations, and the laws relating to construction
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot HVAC equipment control problems
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers, contractors, technical consultants, students, and the public