Maintenance Tech III / Heating Tech

Under the supervision of both the Trades Supervisor and the Director of Facilities, the Maintenance Technician will perform various functions to maintain the campus buildings. The Maintenance Tech will evaluate, repair and maintain HVAC systems in the buildings, as well as respond to work orders of mechanical or maintenance issues throughout campus. This position will also participate in snow removal operations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with facilities management regarding any work that requires outside expert assistance.
• Installation: Installing new heating systems, which includes reading blueprints and schematics, connecting electrical components and wiring, installing piping and ductwork, and testing the system for proper operation.
• Maintenance: Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure systems run safely and efficiently. This involves cleaning components (coils, filters, ducts), checking refrigerant levels, lubricating motors and calibrating thermostats.
• Repair and Troubleshooting: Diagnosing mechanical and electrical malfunctions in existing systems using testing equipment, explaining the issues and repair options to Supervisors and replacing worn or defective parts.
• Customer Service: Interacting professionally with clients to address their concerns, explain complex technical issues in an understandable way and provide recommendations for maintenance or system upgrades.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintaining accurate records of all work performed, materials used and hours worked. They must adhere to safety standards (OSHA) and environmental regulations, especially regarding refrigerant handling (EPA Section 608 Certification).
• Inventory Management: Ordering and controlling inventory of parts and materials needed for jobs.
• Receive and respond to Asset Essentials work orders of mechanical or maintenance issues throughout the campus. Fill out corresponding paperwork daily and return it to the office when completed.
• Adhere to all company and regulatory safety guidelines and protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and power tools. 
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnose and repair a variety of mechanical and electrical problems in systems such as HVAC, plumbing and refrigeration. This involves using precision measuring and testing devices and interpreting blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Systems and Equipment Management: Work on a wide range of machinery and building components, including pumps, motors, conveyors, production machines, and general facility equipment.
• General Facility Maintenance: Perform tasks in multiple building trades, such as carpentry, painting, drywall repair, and basic electrical work (e.g., replacing switches, ballasts, and outlets).
• Documentation and Inventory: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work performed using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or mobile device apps and manage inventory of parts and supplies.
• Collaboration and Guidance: Work effectively within a team, communicate with building occupants regarding work status and potentially train or direct less experienced maintenance staff.