HVAC Maintenance Technician

The HVAC Maintenance Technician will perform duties necessary to properly maintain all HVAC equipment. Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or GED equivalent and HVAC or BMS Vocational diploma or certificate; or High School diploma or GED equivalent and apprentice experience. Two to five years of experience with HVAC and building equipment. CFC certification. Current valid North Carolina driver's license and driving record in good standing Various computer program knowledge Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of computer operated controls Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment to include: rotary screw and reciprocating chillers up to 200 ton; direct expansion split systems; large gas fired boilers; commercial refrigeration equipment including refrigerators, freezers and ice makers; and other appliances and equipment as needed Work with faculty, staff, and students to resolve HVAC complaints or problems Become familiar with and participate in the refrigerant recovery program and the preventive maintenance program Assist in preliminary design plans and specifications for remodels, upgrades to new HVAC constructions. Assist controls team and Department Supervisor when directed Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment Operate and troubleshoot automated computerized control system Operate and troubleshoot pneumatic, electric, and electronic control systems Inventory and maintain stock of HVAC and electrical items Complete and or update work orders through automated system daily Diagnose malfunctioning equipment such as computer control boards, transformers, motors, compressors, variable speed drives, gas burners, VAV boxes, air handlers, and replace damaged or broken wire and cables Assist other trades as necessary Operate a forklift when necessary, with training Subject to be on call for emergency items Assist with snow removal Attend classes/training when offered to further knowledge within field Other duties may be assigned Physical Demands Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 75 pounds The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock Workplace Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment