Job Description Job Description
The HVAC Technician performs skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related equipment.
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
- Installs new HVAC units on campus, which includes all residential buildings, food services, kitchens, etc.
- Installs ductwork and thermostats to control HVAC system.
- Performs routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure they operate properly.
- Inspects and troubleshoots problems with existing HVAC units.
- Installs replacement parts on existing HVAC units.
- Maintains inventory of replacement parts and orders replacements.
- Complies with company and industry safety standards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Every incidental duty connected with the HVAC Tech position cannot be specified in the job description. The colleague, at the discretion of the Director of Building Services may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is required to stand for long periods of time, and must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel and climb ladders. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time and move up to 200 pounds with assistance of others or special equipment. Will be required to work in settings with extreme cold or extreme heat, depending on time of year.
Educational/Professional Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Vocational/technical school training or apprenticeship required.
- Two years' maintenance and repair experience in the HVAC and refrigeration trade preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and mechanical skills.
- Excellent customer service, communication, and time management skills.
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment.
- Ability to work independently as required, but with the ability to be part of a team.
- Ability to use power and hand tools.
- Ability to use thermometers, pressure gauges, and other testing devices to evaluate HVAC system.
- Ability to read operation and repair manuals for HVAC systems.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.
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