HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

Seattle Center, Technical Facilities Management Division, is seeking full-time HVAC Technicians. This position will run continuously until filled, so apply today!

About this position:

The HVAC Technician position is part of a team responsible for operating and maintaining the Seattle Center boilers, chillers, heat pumps, AC units, plus all Air Handling Units and mixing boxes in the buildings and facilities. This HVAC Engineering unit is part of the Division of Technical Facilities Management. This position reports to the HVAC Crew Chief.

A City of Seattle Grade II Steam License is REQUIRED; however, we are accepting applications from applicants with a Grade III City of Seattle Steam Engineers license, with the condition that they must obtain a City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers license, within six months of employment.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair central plant high pressure, fire tube boilers, and low-pressure package boilers and both steam and hot water associated equipment
• Operate, maintain, and repair two central plant Centrifugal Chillers and associated equipment
• Perform inspections, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance on existing equipment including valves, pumps, air compressors and associated equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair A/C Units, Heat pumps and appliances.
• Operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC computerized control system
• Operate and maintain back-up diesel generator systems
• Monitor and reset fire control panels
• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems on compactors and truck ramps
• Monitor and record readings of all equipment, prepare maintenance records of repair work
• Respond to routine emergency calls
• Perform, chemical test and treatment for boilers, cooling towers and Hydronic and chilled water loop systems

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License is required.
• Requires two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of HVACR systems or two years of technical school HVACR coursework (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:

• A current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License
• A valid Washington State Driver's License and good driving record
• Ability to obtain a City of Seattle Refrigeration Operator's License within 90 days of employment

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• The ability to work within a diverse workforce
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting or alone
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal or written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, solve medium to complex problems and manage priorities and inflexible deadlines
• Work experience in maintaining and operating digital control systems

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, climb, climb ladders, bend for extended periods of time
• Lift up to 50 lbs. (up to 75 lbs. with assistance) safely and effectively
• Working at heights and in restricted areas using precautions and attention to safety procedures/equipment
• Exposure to excessive noise and requires taking safety precautions around equipment
• Seattle Center is a 24/7 365 day per year operation. HVAC Technicians work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays

Additional Information

The full pay range for this step-progression position is $71.62 - $77.49 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $71.62 hourly. Current City employees' starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Submit the following items to be considered for these vacancies:

1. NEOGOV online (or paper) application
2. Supplemental questionnaire

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Driving Record - A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Pre-Employment Physical - Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical.