"Lead HVAC Technician, iSTEM"

Job ID: 288909

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Summary

Responsible for all aspects of the installation, maintenance, inspection, operation and repair of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC). Assists with the supervision of staff.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects buildings, fixtures, machinery, and other structural and/or mechanical systems
• Assists other technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance
• Performs independent and high-level complex maintenance work including detection and correction of mechanical systems
• Performs brazing, soldering, threading, compression joints, flaring, and other methods common to the trade
• Performs installation or modification work on all building equipment
• Schedules in-house contracting work for facilities operations projects and repairs
• Assumes duties and responsibilities during leadership absence
• Accurately maintains equipment inventory and historical records

Department Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

• Works with clean room and lab staff to identify and resolve equipment deficiencies and coordinates maintenance activities
• Ensures compliance with safety standards for laboratories and clean rooms
• Creates and implements preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and enhance system reliability
• Schedules maintenance tasks to avoid disrupting lab and clean room activities

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
EPA universal refrigerant certification

Required Experience
Three (3) years related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
ICC Mechanical Inspector Certificate or ICC Plans Examiner Certification (Active)
Experience with Delta Controls and Niagara building automation
Demonstrated experience with clean room protocols and procedures for contamination control

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to diagnose malfunctions and defects in equipment; determine the appropriate corrective measures
Able to understand and comply with building, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing codes and other technical standards and specifications as required
Able to adapt to changing work environments
Able to operate heavy machinery and equipment, i.e., forklifts & manlifts
Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawing charts and technical instructions
Able to build upon existing knowledge in technical application of maintenance work
Able to work with and maintain hand tools in a safe manner
Able to use and understand all meters/test equipment related to HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance components
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of EPA chemical disposal procedures and documentation
Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, equipment and materials, used in a variety of building and mechanical trades
Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions in the use of tools and equipment
Knowledge of appropriate safety standards
Knowledge of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) standards
Advanced working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills, phone and e-mail etiquette