What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Technician Engineer position at Facilities & Construction?
MAJOR TASKS:
- Operates, schedules, and verifies proper operation of HVAC on a daily basis.
- Performs repairs to Energy Management System district wide, and any related equipment including thermostats, actuators, controllers and indoor air quality sensors.
- Performs routine and demand maintenance for Central Plants district wide including boilers, chillers, pumps, air compressors, and air handlers.
- Implements and carries out a preventative maintenance routine for all Central Plant related equipment district wide.
- Manages and maintains water treatment program on all cooling towers district wide.
- Manages and coordinates outside contractor work to Central Plant equipment district wide.
- Schedules daily and special events for power and climate control.
- Makes changes and checks alarms from remote locations via a laptop computer.
- Is available on an on-call basis for problem resolution after hours.
- All other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification as a Central Plant operator or three (3) years experience in Central Plant operations.
- Trade school certificate or two (2) year degree preferred.
- Experience with HVAC service and repairs; includinbg fan coil and chillers
- Three (3) years experience operating and troubleshooting energy management hardware and software.
- Must be computer literate.
- Understands basic computer networking.
- Understands operation of valve and damper actuators, pressure transducers, and air quality monitors.
- Must be able to work hands-on with mechanical equipment.
- EPA refrigerant certification required (will support employee in obtaining)
- Must be able to work with and around hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, acids, refrigerant, lithium bromide, natural gas, and diesel fuel.
- Understanding of basic plumbing
- Available on a 24- hour basis for emergencies and special events.