The HVAC specialist is a person responsible for the operation of commercial heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems and commercial kitchen refrigeration, including boiler, chiller, hydronic and domestic heater devices. The specialist will travel between all buildings and campuses.
Essential Job Functions
Monitor, on a regular basis, all heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems and commercial kitchen refrigeration, electric and gas boilers, and hydronic equipment and chillers; make any necessary adjustments.
Plan and coordinate major HVAC systems repair, perform preventative maintenance, as well as overhaul, and refitting projects. Promote and enforce energy management strategies of the district.
Operate systems and equipment through use of DDC computers; maintain district maintenance files.
Work as part of a team as well as independently, often without direct supervision. Assist other Facilities Department employees on special assignments as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Experience in DDC and Energy Management preferred.
Experience in the operation and repair of gas and electric fire boilers, heat pumps and VAV air handlers.
Experience in operation and repair of boiler, chiller, HVAC and hydronic systems.
Preferred: post-secondary training or apprenticeship served. This is a journeyman level position.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical codes and practices.
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other employees.
Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and make changes as alterations, improvements, and additions are made.
Physical capabilities to accomplish assigned tasks.
Licenses, Certificates & Special Requirements:
Valid Washington State Drivers License
CFC (Class IV Universal) Certified or obtain within 90 day probationary period.
Boiler, Chiller Operators license preferred
06A Electrical Certification
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to the Director of Facilities
Union Affiliation: SEIUFLSA Status: non-exemptWage Range: $39.84 - 44.50