Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- A valid driver’s license is required
- 18-24 months of experience (insert based off of local agreement requirements)
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning (HVAC) maintenance and repair; hazard and safety practices common to the trade
- HVAC controls and safety devices; appropriate Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) / chemical usages; tools of the trade; materials and refrigerant recovery equipment and procedures used in installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC systems
- Computerized electrical circuits and systems as they relate to air-conditioning, heating, ventilating, and refrigerated cooling
- Sheet metal, electrical, plumbing and carpentry
- Basic understanding of building automation controls
Ability to:
- Push/pull/lift up to 50lbs
- Interpret building codes and regulations as they relate to HVAC
- Properly install refrigerant compressors
- Diagnose problems and make recommendations
- Make estimates of materials required
- Repair and replace damaged parts and equipment
- Read blueprints, floor plans and wiring diagrams
- Read and interpret City, State, and EPA regulations
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Work closely with colleagues as part of an integrated team
- Follow standard processes to accomplish tasks
- Understand and follow oral and written directions
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Work at various changing work areas including elevated heights, on ladders/platforms
- Safely operate company vehicles, machinery, and equipment
- Recognize safety hazards commonly found in HVAC operations, and identify and implement appropriate controls to ensure safe work
- Identify situations that require escalation or elevation to Supervisor or Manager for guidance or need to request additional support
- Competent in the proper use of hand and electrical tools
- Possess basic knowledge of computers and cell phone apps
- Able to rig and properly set up gantry for safely lifting equipment, overhauling pumps, chillers etc.
- Understand the proper and safe use of chain blocks, rigging straps and trolleys
Machinery, Tools, Equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment required:
- Personal Protective Equipment as required according to company hazard assessments
- Medical surveillance participation (i.e. annual hearing tests, respiratory fit-testing/physicals, etc.) may be required
- Essential tools (various tools depending on job assignments)
- Service/Maintenance vehicles – may require DOT physicals per regulatory requirement
- Ability to operate and maintain various models of power industrial vehicles/aerial lift equipment
- Essential Task Description: (daily tasks and duties)
- Inspect air-conditioning units to ensure efficient operation
- Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and cooling units
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions
- Install, replace, or repair damaged equipment; calibrate thermostatic controls
- Install new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems; repair and replace damaged or worn heating, ventilation and air-conditioning parts and equipment; repair or replace low- and high-pressure liquid lines
- Inspect and observe pressure of liquids and vapor with instrumentation to ensure efficient operation of unit and make necessary adjustment; inspect and service refrigeration equipment including refrigerators, ice machines, gas packs, and heat pumps
- Maintain the chilled and hot water supply systems
- Adjust and maintain internal electrical and electronic control systems; cleans coils, blowers, checks motors, and belt tensions
- Assemble and install metal ductwork
- Assist in planning and designing of new installations of heating and air-conditioning systems
- Maintain maintenance records as required by City, State, and EPA regulations
- Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required
- Recognize and identify potential risks and hazards associated with performing all work-related duties safely
- Work to mitigate potential risks associated with essential duties
- Collaborate with management personnel to maintain safe working environments
- Participate in a comprehensive OSHA-approved safety course (preferably OSHA 10- or 30-hour course) and adhere to company and regulatory compliance programs
- Obtain or carry current low voltage electrical card
- Obtain or carry EPA refrigerant license
- Wear appropriate company issued uniform