Facilities Building Operations Technician II

Dallas College; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is hiring a Facilities Building Operation Technician in Mesquite, Texas, responsible for HVAC equipment maintenance and repairs. This role involves advancing the stewardship of the College's facilities. Ideal candidates should have HVAC knowledge, strong customer service skills, and relate experience in the field.

Applicants are encouraged to possess an associate’s degree or trade school certificate, and they must also hold a valid Texas driver’s license. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform HVAC repairs and installations.
• Experience in commercial heating and air conditioning.
• Must maintain security of Dallas College infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Inspect fire and smoke alarm systems.
• Read data from HVAC management systems.
• Provide advanced building operations and maintenance services.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC

Customer service skills

Ability to read blueprints

Ability to diagnose HVAC systems

Education

Associate’s Degree or trade school certificate

Tools

HVAC equipment

Job description

Position Summary

The Dallas College Facilities Management Department supports the facility needs for Dallas College while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the College’s physical assets. The Facilities Management Department is responsible for approximately 5,000,000 sq.ft. of physical space and over 1400 acres of land, located across multiple locations in Dallas County. The position of Facilities Building Operation Technician supports that effort through the performance of advanced skilled craftwork in the HVAC trade.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of HVAC and understanding of the heating cycle, including identifying components in the heating system, how each component works, and diagnosing problems in the heating system using gas pressure tests and other devices for routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of temperature and humidity measurement and control in air conditioning units.
• Understand the process of treating air to simultaneously control its temperature, humidity, cleanliness, and distribution.
• Be able to read complex blueprints, piping, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Demonstrate an ability to preserve facility operations through the monitoring and repair of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, equipment, and controls.
• Ability to work with others to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to diagnose all types of HVAC systems and how each component within the system operates in conjunction with the other components and how that impacts the overall operations of the system.
• Be able to provide excellent customer service skills with the desire to exceed customer expectations as well as the ability to work independently in a timely manner, making sure the job is done correctly the first time.
• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending over, stooping, twisting, talking, hearing, climbing ladders, using stairs, reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling, or crawling. Pushing or pulling 10-50lbs, lifting 10-80lbs, carrying 10-50lbs, repetitive use of arms and legs, driving, balancing, manual dexterity-fine manipulation or grasping. May require working in adverse weather conditions. Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients, partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or trade school certificate in commercial heating, air conditioning and/or refrigeration and one year of experience repairing and installing commercial heating, air conditioning/refrigeration and electrical systems and equipment or graduation from high school or equivalency plus three years of related experience. Official transcripts required.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. workday including nights and weekends.
• Current and valid Texas driver’s license required for offsite travel.
• Bilingual preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing preventive maintenance, operating, maintaining, and repairing HVAC equipment such as boilers, chillers, pumps, air handler units, and cooling towers and ensuring that all equipment is working properly and in compliance with established departmental service and maintenance standards.
• Responsible for inspecting fire and smoke alarm systems, making necessary minor adjustments, and recommending major adjustments to supervisor.
• Reads and interprets data from a computerized HVAC/energy management system, charts, gauges, dials, thermostats, adjustments or repairs to appropriate equipment and instruments.
• Repairs and installs HVAC electrical and pneumatic components such as motors, compressors, and heat pumps.
• Responsible for performing water analysis and chemical treatment adhering to state/local government regulations to ensure safety and compliance with building codes.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals in performing repairs and installation activities.
• Responds to evening work orders that require performing minor repairs to electrical, painting, carpentry, plumbing, etc.
• Provides advanced building operations and maintenance services primarily working in the evening shift.
• Performs maintenance and plumbing duties.
• Requisitions supplies, parts, equipment, and other related items using a web-based procurement system. Maintains purchase records and monitors budget.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.