Master - HVAC

Master - HVAC

Reports to: Foreman - HVAC

Position Purpose:

Inspects, maintains, repairs, and installs heating and air conditioning systems and related equipment. Ensures the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems in District facilities. Responsible for on-site training of apprentice HVAC personnel.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintenance & Repair:
• Diagnoses and repairs various types of heating and air conditioning systems: including VRF, Chilled water systems (air cooled & water cooled), Boiler systems (hot water & steam), and associated equipment, such as pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, radiators, air compressors, and controls (Pneumatic & DDC).
• Installs new heating and air conditioning systems and components, relocates and expands existing HVAC systems as needed; fabricates, assembles, and installs duct work and piping according to code specifications; connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
• Performs air and water balance test for HVAC installations on new and remodeled district facilities when required.
• Coordinates HVAC systems repairs with appropriate personnel, as necessary.
• Operates service vehicles, tow and backs trailers; rigs heavy equipment for lifting; transports equipment safely.
• Maintains preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing filters, and cleaning condensers and coils; performs duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
• Receives and completes word orders; select materials and hardware, makes time and materials cost estimates, and maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
• Maintains inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials, including maintaining refrigerant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
• Assists energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost-effective use of HVAC energy.
• Trains HVAC apprentices.
• Responds to emergency calls as needed; including after-hours and/or weekends.
• Safety:
• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None.
• Personal Work Relationships:
• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic. Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
• Other Duties as Assigned:
• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques, and safety.
• Knowledge of refrigeration principles and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of the principles of temperature, pressure and moisture content of air flow; air balance and water flow.
• Knowledge of balancing procedures for air distribution systems and hydronic systems balance.
• Knowledge of practices, processes, and materials used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning construction.
• Knowledge of design, construction, and functions of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems.
• Knowledge of proper use of tools of the trade.
• Knowledge of NFPA Fire and Life Safety Codes, Uniform Building Codes, Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, and Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) codes.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Skill in coordinating, planning, organizing, leading, and completing projects.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, service manuals, blueprints, wiring diagram schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems, and use hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work at various heights and perform various repairs without supervision.
• Ability to work independently or with a helper depending on workload demands.
• Ability to use software to status work orders, do email, and do word processing.
• Ability to write reports, letters, notes, instructions, work descriptions, and calculate pressures and temperature differences.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work, including maintaining attention to details and quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; hand tools, electrical measuring and testing equipment; welding equipment; hand tools; power tools requiring skill to use safely and accurately; hoist; District vehicles such as light truck or van.

Posture: Frequent standing and kneeling; occasional stooping, squatting, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.

Lifting: Heavy lifting (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.

Environment: Works outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; may work on rooftops; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may work irregular and prolonged hours and/or change in shift schedule with little or no advanced notice; frequent reaching and feeling while in confined spaces and around objects, which reduce or prevent visibility of what is being touched; occasionally works at heights up to 30' above ground; frequent district wide travel.

Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education: Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required; Associate's degree from accredited college or university in HVAC preferred.
• Certification/License: Clear and valid Texas Driver's License required; Insurable by the District's insurance carrier required; Valid State of Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor's license, Class A with endorsements of Environmental Air conditioning and Commercial Refrigeration/process cooling and heating required; EPA Universal certification for refrigerant required.
• Experience: 5 years' experience in HVAC required.

Additional Requirements:

Employees must provide necessary personal hand tools to perform assigned duties. The FWISD is prohibited from replacing stolen or broken personal property.

Insurability Requirements for All Drivers:

Must be at least 21 years old. NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion. Driving and accident record: Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record Check Type 3A-Certified list of all crashes and violations NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including: moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident); failure to provide proof of valid driver's license or proof of insurance; equipment violations. NO Driving Under the

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