Master HVAC

HVAC Technician

Position is responsible for providing a variety of skilled work relating to the installation, operation, preventative maintenance and repair of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Position also requires supervisory skills to manage both personnel and equipment to provide adequate environmental control of all facilities within Newport News Public Schools.

Essential Duties

• Requires proper inspection of all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment. Installs and maintains HVAC equipment according to manufacturers' operations and maintenance manuals.
• Must be capable of replacing worn drive belts and properly adjust belt tension and align pulleys for proper wear.
• Understand proper lubrication procedures for circulating pumps, motors, drive pulleys and bearings to maximize efficiency and prolong the life of the equipment.
• Responsible for checking, cleaning and replacing filters in all HVAC equipment. Understand proper procedures for cleaning both evaporator and condenser coils as necessary.
• Maintain certification for asbestos abatement and comply with prescribed procedures for the proper removal and containment of materials associated with HVAC equipment according to AHERA plan.
• Maintain CFC certification and must be well versed in the use of refrigerant recovery equipment.
• Understand principles of refrigerant pressure/temperature chart and properly charge HVAC systems with manifold gauge assembly. Must understand and apply theory of charging systems using subcooling and superheat to gain optimal efficiency from HVAC systems.
• Extensive experience in the techniques of soldering and brazing using an oxy-acetylene torch.
• Must be experienced in the proper use of multimeters to troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning electrical circuits.
• Must always be conscious of mechanical and electrical hazards for both oneself and peers.
• Practical computer experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Connect laptop using Remote Desktop to view graphics on Tridium local host.
• Use laptop to view HVAC status of school buildings using Tridium software.
• Must be capable of using Tridium program to change scheduling of school equipment.
• Understand how to change setpoints using Tridium program for individual HVAC units.
• Have the ability to research and order parts and materials for HVAC equipment.
• Must be responsible for maintaining and safeguarding Purchase credit card (P-card) for local purchases and completing transactions in a timely manner.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Completion of high school or GED required. Completion of HVAC trade school or apprenticeship program, or four (4) years of applied job experience which provides the required knowledge. Must maintain a current Master's mechanical license. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver's License.