HVAC Mechanic II

Central Texas College; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Texas College in Killeen, TX seeks an HVAC-R technician to operate, maintain and repair campus HVAC systems across main and satellite locations. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certificate; vocational HVAC-R training or certification is preferred.

Minimum 5 years of related wage earning experience or 3 years with relevant training is required. Proficiency in electrical circuitry, burners, pumps and digital controls is essential, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certificate required.
• Commercial HVAC-R certification or vocational training preferred.
• 5 years field experience or 3 years with vocational HVAC-R training is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair HVAC-R equipment across campus and satellite locations.
• Troubleshoot and repair digital control equipment, pumps, valves and related systems.
• Meet rotating evening shift and on-call requirements; comply with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

HVAC-R maintenance

Electrical systems

Pumps & valves

Digital controls

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certificate

Certificate of Vocational Training in Commercial HVAC-R

Tools

Oxygen acetylene gas cutting equipment

Brazing equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

The duties and responsibilities of this position are the operation, maintenance and repair of the HVAC-R equipment throughout the CTC campus and satellite locations. A high school diploma or equivalent required with EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certificate required. A certificate of training in commercial HVAC-R preferred. A minimum of 5 years related wage earning experience in maintaining HVAC and refrigeration equipment of a size, capacity, and design similar to that on the CTC campus OR 3 years related wage earning experience in maintaining HVAC and refrigeration equipment of a size, capacity, and design similar to that on the CTC campus with Certificate of Vocational Training in Commercial HVAC-R.

• Must be proficient in electrical circuitry, natural gas heating, electric motors, pumps, refrigeration, test equipment and tools.
• Must be proficient in the operation and use of oxygen acetylene gas cutting and brazing equipment.
• Working knowledge of Direct Digital Control application and operation.
• Ability to meet the requirements of rotating evening shift (12:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Thur. and 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fri.) and On Call (Human Resources Policy #425)

• Troubleshoot and repair digital control equipment used on air handling equipment, water pump control, variable frequency drives, variable air volume duct boxes, heating/cooling water valves and temperature control.
• Repair or replace heating and cooling water piping; black iron, copper and all associated mechanical/solder fittings and valves.
• Maintain temperature control units. Make adjustments to: thermostats, air handling unit controls, air flow, chillers, repair and replace worn or damaged parts, clean and/or replace clogged strainers, and correct noisy system components.
• Replace pipe coverings as needed, install blanket type insulation, install heating and air-conditioning duct-work, repair and/or replace pump shafts, pump seals, motors and pump bearings.
• Troubleshoot and perform operator repair on all types of chillers and boilers.
• Disassemble, repair and reassemble steam converters for building heating systems.
• Disassemble clean, service, repair and reassemble steam operated and electrical condensate removal pump systems.
• Perform water treatment testing and chemical adjustment for chillers and boilers.
• Assist contractors/inspectors in maintenance/safety inspections of all types of boilers, and all types of chillers.
• Operate and Perform required maintenance on the tools and equipment needed to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare lists of materials and/or repair and replacement parts. Maintain a stock of frequently used repair and replacement parts.
• Submit work orders for work performed not already covered by a work order.
• Comply with all safety and environmental regulations and requirements.
• Any other duties as assigned.