HVAC Technician Engineer

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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; including 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.