HVAC Specialist

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains and repairs all HVAC-R and Refrigeration equipment and components to manufacture recommendation i.e. valves motors belts bearings filters and lubrication etc.

• Inspects and maintains systems to ensure they operate checking for leaks refilling refrigerants lubricating parts and repairing drainages.

• Troubleshoots systems replacing or repairing defective parts and performing emergency repairs while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

• Performs HVAC-R Equipment condition assessments Identifying maintenance risks and update asset management database.

• Provides input on resource needs (staffing or funding) for HVAC systems and works with management to resolve.

• Diagnoses electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC-R systems.

• Cleans and adjusts HVAC-R systems and performing warranty services.

• Remains aware of conditions inside city facilities and creates service requests for any deficiencies found. Reports on major deficiencies to management.

• Takes proper safety precautions anticipates unsafe circumstances and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self others materials and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to be a self-directed individual

• Ability to be flexible and take assignments as assigned.

• Ability to coordinate projects including scoping contracting and managing budgets and schedule.

• Ability to demonstrate direct courageous communication by openly sharing successes and challenges to support team learning and individual growth.

• Ability to demonstrate experience in tracking work order requests.

• Ability to demonstrates interest skill and success in getting groups to learn to work together. Ability to demonstrate a willingness to help in any capacity.

• Ability to keep multiple priorities and objectives moving forward simultaneously.

• Ability to make decisions with limited supervision.

• Ability to work effectively individually and as a member of formal and informal teams. Understands the interests and concerns of others and is able and willing to share and receive information.

• Knowledge at a general level of computer operation for use on energy management system and Preventative Maintenance and work order system (CMMS).

• Knowledge of and understanding of the different types of air distribution systems such as VAV Fan Power Box etc.

• Valid Drivers License and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.

• Have and maintain acceptable background information including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to demonstrate experience in electrical pneumatic electronic and computer HVAC control systems.

• Ability to demonstrate experience in maintaining and repairing Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years experience in HVAC-R may substitute for the education requirement.

• Four - Five (4-5) years of direct experience in boiler operation and maintenance.

• Have and maintain at least a level on Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Certification.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Supervision Exercised:None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physical and Mental Effort: Ability to climb ladder. Ability to lift and move items weighing 50lbs or more.
• Work Environment: May require working in extreme weather conditions. Willingness and ability to work alternate shift schedules irregular hours extended shift hours weekends evenings holidays stand-by rotation and/or emergencies as required.
• Machines and Equipment Used: May be required to use ladders tools and other standard office equipment such as computers telephones and/or calculators.

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Last updated: June 2025

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