HVAC Technician

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: HVAC Technician (0385)

Reports To: Executive Director of Facilities

Dept./Campus: Facilities, Planning & Construction

Duty Days: 261 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: M30

Date Revised: 02/2021

Primary Purpose:


Installation, PM, & maintenance, repair, and install of all heating and air conditioning equipment,


exhaust systems, air compressors, chillers, steam and hot water boilers in the District, in order to


minimize interruptions of the education process. Maintain the safe operation of all HVAC systems


in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification


Valid Texas driver's license (meet eligibility requirements to drive a district vehicle)


CFC Certification


Must Maintain Licensure


High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:


Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material


Ability to troubleshoot control systems


Ability to perform mathematical calculations


Ability to diagnose and resolve problems


Ability to use hand and power tools


Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Preferred Experience:


Minimum of five (5) years previous experience in HVAC


Repair, replacement, & programming of DDC controls

Major Responsibilities & Duties:

1. Demonstrate acceptable work habits including regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability and promptness.
2. Install and maintain of chilled water systems, air-cooled systems, and split systems.
3. Repair air moving equipment in heating and cooling.
4. Install and repair of electric components.
5. Overhaul or replace HVAC air compressors.
6. Repair, replace and calibrate thermostats, controls, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
7. Repair or replace all HVAC pumps.
8. Repair boilers pertaining to HVAC equipment.
9. Change filters, lubricate bearings and motors, check and adjust belt tension, replace belts, clean condensers and evaporator coils.
10. Inspect and repair all HVAC drain lines and drain pans.
11. Inspect and repair all HVAC pneumatic lines and valves.
12. Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to specifications and code.
13. Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
14. Maintain Freon dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
15. Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
16. Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
17. Assist energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost effective use of HVAC energy.
18. Receive and complete work orders.
19. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
20. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
21. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure area are clean.
22. Detect needed repairs on equipment following established inspection procedures.
23. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
24. Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
25. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
26. Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
27. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
28. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
29. Inspect and repair all kitchen make-up air units and exhaust systems.
30. Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Equipment Used:


Volt Meter and AMP Probe


Gas pressure meter


Air volume meter


CFC machine


Freon gauges


Temperature meters


Pressure meters


Fork lifts


Hand tools


Pipe wrenches


Saws, dills/motors


Pneumatic tools and meters


Oil pumps


Scaffolds/ladders


Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:


Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions


Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel


Ability to meet deadlines and alter work priorities

Physical Demands:


Frequent driving of vehicles


Continuous working with machinery


Continuous climbing of ladders and stairs


Continuous walking


Continuous pulling, lifting, carrying and dragging


Continuous squatting


Frequent working at heights


Frequent stooping


Frequent crawling


Frequent bending


Requires quick reactions, good balance and steady hands

Sensory Requirements :


Significant hearing


Near vision


Far vision


Peripheral vision


Color discrimination


Depth perception

Environment:


Subject to temperature extremes


Subject to frequent interruptions


Subject to frequent deadlines


Subject to wet slippery surfaces


Subject to enclosed spaces


Exposure to fumes


Exposure to dust


Exposure to solvents


Exposure to toxic chemicals/materials


Exposure to noise


Exposure to high voltage


Exposure to rain, snow, sleet, lightning, wind, sun, ice


Exposure to roof tar, grease, oils


Exposure to insulation fibers


Exposure to ceiling tile fibers

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.