Commercial HVAC Maintenance Lead Technician

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced HVAC Maintenance Lead to supervise technicians, plan shutdowns, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, and perform preventive maintenance across campus facilities.

The role requires a minimum of 4 years’ HVAC maintenance experience, EPA refrigerant certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to handle after-hours emergencies and manual tasks across buildings on campus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 4 years’ HVAC maintenance experience.
• EPA universal refrigerant certification.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to install and troubleshoot heating, air conditioning and refrigeration units.
• Adept at balancing air and water treatment systems in accordance to HVAC protocols.
• Strong reading and interpretation of instructions and safety procedures.
• Willing to respond to emergency requests outside of normal work hours.
• Must have own transportation to be able to go to all GCU owned and/or leased buildings.

Responsibilities

• Leads HVAC Technicians and related employees in performance standards and completion of HVAC related projects.
• Plan shutdowns for maintenance and repair pumps including chill water, heating water systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and make modifications to HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Test, repair, replace faulty parts and retest to restore operation.
• Order necessary parts and supplies for installation, service, repair, and maintenance.
• Maintain records of materials purchased/work performed, including EPA mandates documentation.
• Follow local, state, and Federal codes; observe safety procedures.
• Attend classes and seminars to update skills.
• Support emergency response and after-hours work as needed.
• Operate work ticketing system (FAMIS360).

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

FAMIS360

Multimeter

Refrigerant gauges

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.What you will do:Leads HVAC Technicians and related employees in performance standards and completion of HVAC related projects.Participates in handling known troubled operating equipment with technicians to expertly troubleshoot and provide repairs needed.Ensures proper observance of safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.Analyze, plan, and perform preventive maintenance of HVAC systemsPlan shutdowns for maintenance and repair pumps including chill water, heating water systemsTroubleshoot, repair, install and make modifications to HVAC systemsConduct necessary tests, including standard industry approved trouble shooting methods to determine malfunctions and/or causes of breakdowns of all assigned equipment; remove, repair, or replace faulty parts, subassemblies and major components; retest equipment with repaired or replaced components and make required adjustments and/or corrections to restore complete/proper operation.Recommend and/or order necessary parts and supplies for installation, service, repair, and maintenance of all assigned equipment.Instruct and advise users of proper operation and maintenance of equipment.Report, organize and maintain all necessary records of materials purchased/work performed to service, repair, maintain and operate all equipment, including applicable records/paperwork associated with EPA mandates and refrigerant transition/recovery.Perform general maintenance tasks as needed.Perform and maintain work to local, state, and Federal codes.Observe safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.Attend classes and seminars (classroom or online) to update skills.Support emergency response, after-hours work, weekends, holidays, or extended hours as operational needs require.Other duties as assigned.Equipment Used and ResponsibilityHand ToolsPower ToolsRefrigerant GaugesLadders and LiftsMultimeterComputerized maintenance management system (FAMIS360)This position requires a 40-hour work week schedule; also, may require over time as needed.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position does not have direct supervisory authority. However, the Lead Commercial HVAC Preventive Maintenance Technician provides day-to-day field guidance, technical direction, PM coordination, and work quality support for HVAC technicians and related employees.Experience/ EducationRequired QualificationsHigh School diploma or GEDMinimum 4 years’ HVAC maintenance experienceAvailable for on-call and rotating schedule.Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.Must pass background check requirements.EPA universal refrigerant certification.Effective in installing and troubleshooting heating, air conditioning and refrigeration units.Adept at balancing air and ware treatment systems in accordance to HVAC protocols.Core understanding of determining causes of malfunctions and correcting them properlyStrong background in reading and interpreting instructions and safety procedures associated with HVAC processesHighly experienced in handling electronic and mechanical systems effectivelyWell versed in installing and repairing pumps, motors, fan coils and pipingKnowledge and ability to perform preventative and general maintenance tasks on HVAC systemsSolid knowledge of using hand and power toolsMust have the physical skills and endurance to move about campus and the buildings in order to fulfill daily maintenance tasks and activities.Must be familiar with, and follow, safety requirements and precautions.Must be able to present professional demeanor in all interactions.Good communications skills with a good command of the English languageWilling to respond to emergency requests outside of normal work hours.Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or extended hours as needed.Must have own transportation to be able to go to all GCU owned and/or leased buildings (Tempe, Scottsdale, etc.).Must be willing to operate work ticketing system and update to be able to inform status of work.Physical Requirements:Standing:6-7 hours a dayWalking:1-2 hours a dayLifting: OccasionallyCarrying: RarelyPushing: RarelyBending: FrequentlySquatting: RarelyKneeling: RarelyClimbing: OccasionallyReaching: OccasionallyGrasping: Frequently#INDLOPESUP