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
Required Qualifications:
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