HVAC/DDC Controls Technician
Burlington School District
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The HVAC/DDC Controls Technician plays a key role in maintaining and optimizing the Burlington School Districts heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration systems. This position performs skilled technical work involving the installation maintenance repair and calibration of complex HVAC and control systems including both direct digital and pneumatic controls to ensure reliable energy-efficient operation across district facilities.
Essential Functions:
Install troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration units including chillers boilers and heat pumps.
Diagnose and correct system malfunctions to maintain optimal performance.
Conduct preventive maintenance cleaning and calibration of systems and controls.
Service wire and program automated building management and DDC control systems.
Replace and repair components such as compressors motors coils and expansion valves.
Perform system balancing and adjust air and water treatment systems.
Identify and resolve condensation and ventilation issues.
Provide technical guidance and training for other technicians and staff.
Assist with the design and modification of HVAC systems.
Maintain detailed service logs reports and supply requests.
Respond promptly to emergency service requests.
Uphold a safe learning environment and comply with all district safety and operational policies.
Education:
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Licenses & Certifications (Required):
Type S C3 License
Natural Gas Certification
Refrigerant Recovery Certification
Valid Drivers License
Preferred:
HVAC Certification (State of Vermont)
Type S Electrical and/or Plumbing License
Experience:
Minimum of 35 years of progressively responsible experience working with complex HVAC systems and DDC controls (including chillers boilers VAV systems and automated control systems
Strong working knowledge of HVAC principles diagnostics and control systems.
Proficiency with computer applications (Word Excel email internet).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics and technical manuals.
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
Excellent communication and record-keeping skills.
Understanding of Vermont electrical and HVAC codes and safety regulations.
Commitment to confidentiality professionalism and continuous learning.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work in varying environments (mechanical rooms rooftops etc.).
Must be able to work independently and respond to emergency maintenance needs as required.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA.
Employment Benefits
Compensation is based on addition to great health benefits and paid time off this full-time position is an hourly position paid Bi-Weekly. Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits! PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time / Holidays / Vacation As per the Master Agreement.
The Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex national origin age disability genetics veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Required Experience:
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ABOUT BURLINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT Burlington School District (BSD) is the largest, most diverse single-town school district in the state of Vermont. In School Year 2022-2023 (SY23), BSD served nearly 3,300 PreK - Grade 12 students across 12 centralized campuses and additional location ... View more