HVAC Foreman

Job Title

Supervises and directs a crew of Steamfitters, Stationary Engineers, and HVAC Technicians in the repair, replacement, maintenance and installation of all types of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment and controls in all City-owned facilities.

Department: Public Works, Bureau of Operations Salary: $73,632 per year. Position Type: Announcement/Bid. Union: This position is included in the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union, Local 2037 and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding. Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive

Requirements

General Application Requirements: You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must be or become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment. Click here to view a map of City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods.
• A current, valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.

Qualifying Requirements: Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show seven (7) years of full time experience as an HVAC Technician or similar, with at least two (2) of those years being in a supervisory role, OR; a journeyman license and five (5) years of full time experience as an HVAC Technician or similar, with at least two of those years being in a supervisory role. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a high school diploma or GED Equivalency.
• EQUIVALENCY: None permitted.

Civil Service Examinations

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the date of hire.

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

Position Duties

• Directs and supervises the repair and routine maintenance of heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems (i.e., furnaces, boilers, heating pipes, refrigeration units, air conditioning units, direct digital control systems, etc.). Procures and oversees professional and volunteer care and maintenance services.
• Ensures that work is performed in accordance with established City and departmental policies and procedures. Ensures project compliance, including budget and applicable codes, laws, regulations, rules, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates the installation of new or replacement heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems in City-owned facilities. Develops and deploys communications and supporting documents necessary to present project information and gather public feedback.
• Meets with contractors regarding work; coordinates work with other trades. Provides information for and participates in the development of grant applications, conservation easements, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), bid packages, and other related materials for design, engineering, construction, restoration, and other related sources.
• Determines priorities for jobs; assigns daily work to crews. Attends required staff, committee, and board meetings, prepares reports, meeting minutes, and agendas as needed or required.
• Supervises assigned personnel; evaluates work; recommends and implements approved disciplinary and/or corrective action; provides training and/or technical assistance as requested or required.
• Drives a City vehicle as required.
• Uses a variety of technological hardware (i.e., computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, GPS, cameras, etc.) and/or software (i.e., email, Cartegraph, Microsoft Office, etc.) to maintain records (ie, time sheets, job progress, and materials and resources used) and prepares accurate reports on work performed.
• Stocks, locates, and requisitions equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Plans, develops, directs, coordinates, organizes, and controls the materials, equipment, and personnel under area of management toward the effective, efficient, and economical attainment of program and departmental goals, including maximum convenience to the public and safety of employees.
• Remains on-call 24 hours and responds to emergencies
• Performs activities, tasks, duties, and functions of related personnel as assigned or required.