Lead HVAC Technician

Job description

Title:Lead HVAC Technician Department:Physical Plant Administration Job Category:Staff Regular/Temporary:Regular Open Date:03/05/2019 Description:

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Working Supervisor
• Overhauls and services refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating units by repairing or replacing and adjusting worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, evaporators, fans and water vacuum pumps; tests refrigeration equipment.
• Leads HVAC Technicians in the performance and completion of HVAC mechanical and electrical systems.
• Preventative maintenance of HVAC systems on the Douglas campus.
• Leads and ensures proper maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC related systems including boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, pumps, air compressors, generators, blowers, fans, variable frequency drives, and computerized maintenance controls.
• Programs and monitors occupied and unoccupied space for energy savings and scheduling.
• Available after hours in the case of emergencies.
• Works with Supervisor for needed upgrades and major issues.
• Makes sure all filters are changed properly and tracks inventory.
• Performs other job-related functions as requested.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Ability to exhibit a positive attitude and to deal with coworkers, students, faculty and staff tactfully and courteously in order to maintain effective service-oriented relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in locating, diagnosing and correcting defects in HVAC systems and equipment.
• Computer skills and ability to understand HVAC insight system.
• Considerable knowledge of standard trades practices, use of materials, test equipment and tools.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate multiple projects.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:

Position reports to Physical Plant Coordinator.

GUIDELINES:

Guidelines include college policies and procedures, department policies and Board of Regents policy and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK:

• Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.
• Success in this position contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of all department operations.

CONTACTS:

• Contacts are typically with students, co-workers, other college personnel and members of the general public
• Contacts are typically to provide services; to give or exchange information; to resolve problems; to motivate or influence persons; or to justify, defend or negotiate matters

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work is typically performed while standing, or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending or crouching.
• The employee occasionally lifts heavy objects.
• The work is typically performed in the field setting.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:

• The work consists of varied administrative and supervisory duties and coordination of primary functional areas
• Strict regulations and responsibilities related to department systems and applications contribute to the complexity of the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Refrigerant handling certification/ EPA License
• 5 years’ experience in HVAC
• Vocational degree in HVAC

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial or Residential HVAC license
• 10 years’ experience in HVAC
• Experience with DD automated controls

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