Facilities Technician-HVAC

Facilities Technician - HVAC

The Facilities Technician - HVAC works primarily with the Facilities team with a focus on HVAC functionality, diagnostic, and repair. The Facilities Technician HVAC is a part of a team of Facilities Technician and will work closely with team members to ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the facility is in good order.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain, and repair HVAC equipment including rooftop units, split systems, package units, chillers, boilers, air handlers, exhaust systems, and refrigeration equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic control system issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and service on HVAC equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Test system performance and make adjustments to optimize efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, compressors, pumps, thermostats, sensors, control circuits, and related components.
• Install and modify ductwork, piping, controls and associated HVAC components as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Respond to emergency service calls during scheduled on-call rotations.
• Communicate professionally with management and facility personnel regarding system conditions and repair recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Knowledge and Experience:

Required Skills/Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year (12 months in total) of HVAC service and repair experience, commercial HVAC experience preferred.
• Zero progressive discipline in the last six months (current team members).
• Journeyman HVAC certification or equivalent trade experience.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, and building automation systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.
• Proficiency with diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) preferred.
• Knowledge of chillers, cooling towers, and energy management systems preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Must have a team mindset.
• Must possess a sense of urgency in completing work on time.
• Must behave ethically and treat team members with respect.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and team lift 100 pounds per Cardinal standards.