The HVAC Technician performs skilled tasks in the diagnosis, mechanical repair, maintenance, and calibration of air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, and domestic hot water equipment and control systems. The technician exercises the use of independent judgment in the evaluation of HVAC systems and the recommendation of repairs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties will include, but not be limited to:
Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking equipment operation, cleaning, lubrication, changing filters, adjusting, and repairing HVAC equipment and controls, etc., consistent with the Manufacturer's Equipment Operation and Repair Manuals and contemporary standards of good practice
Respond to temperature complaints, diagnose problems, identify solutions, and make necessary adjustments to assure adequate indoor air quality is maintained; keeps constituents informed in a timely manner
Calibrate/adjust/repair/replace temperature, humidity, and air equipment and control devices such as chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, evaporative coolers, condensing units, fan coil units, air handlers, exhaust fans, thermostats, sensors, humidistats, relays, timers, pneumatic controls, electric (digital) controls, electronic controls, damper motors/dampers, switches, air compressors, PE switches, traps, valves, EMS data gathering panels, fire stats, DDC devices, and other related control devices
Use diagnostic equipment and line diagrams to troubleshoot problems and identify solutions
Advise supervision on upgrading/replacement needs of systems and related components and assist in the development of recommendations for their purchase
Install new systems and system components
Respond to various maintenance complaints, troubleshoot problems, identify solutions, and resolve
Effectively plan and perform in a multi-task environment and meet self- or pre-imposed objectives and deadlines; exercise the use of independent judgment
Maintain an effective working relationship, both inter- and intra-departmentally
Participate in Quality Improvement Teams, as assigned
Prepare time and material estimates as required
Perform periodic inspections of work areas, buildings, and related structures and assure steps are taken to maintain same in accordance with recognized standards of good practice
Respond to student and other group issues in a supportive, professional, timely, and problem-solving manner
Maintain neat, clean, and safe mechanical rooms/spaces, including removing trash and debris
Abide by and comply with university policies and procedures
Perform other duties or special assignments as assigned
Required Skills
Effective oral and writing skills
Practical application of recognized standards of good practice relevant to heating, mechanical ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning, and domestic hot water systems, including electrical and plumbing, and related mechanical equipment such as controls, pumps, motors, compressors, etc.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and control wiring diagrams
Ability to use diagnostic tools with differing degrees of complexity
Effective human relations skills with a proactive customer-oriented focus
Ability to be viewed by all campus constituencies as supportive
Available at all hours for emergency service, as well as the ability to work overtime
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
Practical application of recognized standards of good practice relevant to matters of safety and security
Knowledgeable in basic practices employed in the building trades
Required Experience
Minimum high school diploma or GED and HVAC Certification, supplemented by two (2) years of vocational training as an HVAC mechanic
CFC certification holder or attainment of same within 3 months of employment
Attendance at training courses directly related to HVAC controls maintenance
Five (5) years of hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, repair, and renovation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and domestic hot water systems, plus experience with pneumatic and electronic controls
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University's auto insurance carrier.
Working Environment: Duties require the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 lb.) items and occasionally very heavy (100 lb. or over) items. Duties also involve frequent use of coordinative and manipulative skills in performing a variety of tasks with the full range of hand and power tools, shop equipment, multiple controls, and fine adjustments. Tasks require both indoor and outdoor work, including frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Perceptual demands for discrimination of color, sound, odor, form, and texture.