TITLE: HVAC Controls Systems Technician
REPORTS TO: Mechanical Services Supervisor
SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk. On-Call 1 week every 7
weeks. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy
needs.
WAGE RANGE: $44.00- $44.75 per hour. Wage is based on
relevant experience and education.
Pay Group
Type
Status
Fiscal Year Weeks
Class
Department
Location
Bi-Weekly (Hourly)
Regular
Full-Time
Full year (52 weeks)
Staff
Facilities Management
On-campus
Position Purpose
Contributes to the mechanical services team which includes the
heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing shop
operations with an emphasis in HVAC by maintaining, repairing, and
installing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and
equipment, ensuring effective and efficient operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Read, write and modify Building Automation Software (BAS)
Sequence of Operations code and use the BAS digital logic controls
to make changes to equipment operation, building schedules,
software programming, creating historical logs/trends in addition
to make changes at the application and equipment level.
Perform daily system checks and operation of several software
applications for building control systems.
Monitor and control and maintain HVAC equipment.
Strategize/implement energy saving practices on campus in
addition to using BAS for troubleshooting, diagnosing and
evaluating needed repairs of mechanical equipment.
Perform skilled preventative maintenance & repairs on HVAC
systems and BAS control network.
Inspect, install, operate, repair, modify and test digital,
electrical, mechanical, and electronic control equipment related to
heating, air conditioning, fume hood, steam distribution and
exhaust systems.
Respond to and address urgent mechanical system repair issues
on both HVAC and plumbing equipment.
Maintain safe working conditions on the job and in the
shop.
Required to be on-call in the event of an HVAC or plumbing
emergency.
Perform other duties as assigned including support to
Facilities Operations.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and
maintain collegial relationships.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an
orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in
all aspects of Academy life.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a
strong customer focus.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities
and deadlines simultaneously in addition to ability to work and
support members on team and other departments
- Knowledge of basic building codes.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as
needed.
- High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be
flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions, always
maintain a professional demeanor and restraint, including stressful
situations.
- May be required to handle hazardous materials in the work
area.
Direct/Indirect Reports
None.
Position Requirements
Education
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associates degree preferred, preferably in HVAC Technology or a
related field.
- Universal EPA Certification for handling all applicable
refrigerants preferred.
- NH State Gas License preferred.
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial/residential
HVAC systems operations/maintenance and installation including
direct experience with computer based/ DDC controls and energy
management programs required.
- Firm knowledge of and experience with building automation
controls similar to those currently in use within the Academy is
preferred. (Schnieder Continuum/EcoStruxure; Siemens; Tridium
Niagara)
- A working knowledge of mechanical operations and hands on HVAC
maintenance, including electrical, electronic and pneumatic control
equipment, steam and hydronic heating systems and air conditioning
systems preferred.
- Proficiency with computer applications required
Physical Requirements
- Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and
officers must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods
of time, go up and down flights of steps, as well as stoop, kneel,
crouch, and lift.
- Ability to lift and transport a minimum of 50lbs without
assistance.
- Ability to withstand exposure to inclement weather (rain, snow,
sleet, freezing temperatures, etc.).
Additional Requirements
- Successfully complete upon hire a criminal background check
(reviewed every 5 years).
- Clean Driving record upon hire (reviewed annually).
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as
appropriate for the work assignment.
