HVAC Chief - Steam

Organization's Summary Statement:

Under the direction of the IBBR Plant Superintendent, performs routine maintenance and planned service on a variety of large, complex commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including large central heating (700 total horsepower high pressure steam plant), high and low pressure steam distribution systems and cooling facilities (1450 total tons). Coordinates repairs, facility renewal projects and other programs to extend the life of HVAC and related equipment. Work performed will focus on but not be limited to, the steam piping and equipment, such as pressure reducing stations, steam traps, condensate return units, and condensate tempering devices, control valves and associated piping. This includes the independent installation, repair, and maintenance of various steam system components, assisting with facility renewal projects, and other programs to extend the life of steam HVAC heating and humidity equipment, domestic hot water steam heating systems, lab sterilization equipment utilizing steam (autoclaves, cage washers, etc.) and other related equipment. Responsible to coordinate and supervise work by subcontractors while completing tasks related to HVAC maintenance. Functions as a team member involved in a variety of multi-trades tasks including mechanical, electrical, and structural as needed to ensure the operation of a safe and dependable laboratory and research facility. Performs the work outlined above in a non-supervisory role, as an expert senior mechanic. May be responsible for leading less skilled HVAC mechanics and skilled crafts people.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and /or exert force up to 50lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, at great heights, and in adverse weather or temperature conditions. Must be willing to work with or around asbestos. Incumbent is required to wear uniforms, safety footwear and other required PPE provided by the University.

Position is Essential (Catastrophic & Weather/Other) and subject to a 24-hour day, 7-day week span of operation.

This position is ineligible for telework.

Preferences:

Possession of a Maryland HVAC journeyman’s license desired

Familiarity with Siemens BAS systems

Work experience in a laboratory setting

Experience in the HVAC field, specifically as it pertains to steam boilers, equipment, and utilities

Licenses/ Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Maryland Class C driver’s license, or equivalent, with fewer than 6 pts. Must possess Universal EPA CFC certification.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE: Ten years progressively responsible experience in any combination of air conditioning, refrigeration, temperature control, steamfitting, stationary engineering, plumbing or heating trades. Two years of this experience must have included the supervision of journey level mechanics in these trades. (2) Non-supervisory option: Supervisory experience not required.