HVAC Tech I

Isleta Resort & Casino; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Isleta Resort and Casino is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform preventive maintenance, testing, and repair on a variety of HVAC equipment at company facilities. The role requires OSHA-style safety practices, adherence to SOPs, and willingness to learn company requirements.

The ideal candidate will have an HVAC trade background, a GED or high school diploma, and a path toward Journeyman licensing. This on-site position supports hotel and casino operations with a focus on reliability and guest

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from HVAC trade school preferred.
• Must complete basic HVAC course within one year.
• Journeyman license required within four years; company supports testing.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preventative maintenance on all HVAC equipment.
• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance with meters and gauges.
• Performs daily checks and completes work orders per SOPs.
• Maintains preventive maintenance records and documents work.
• Responds to alarms and emergencies and ensures safety.
• Familiarization with shop practices, tools, and safety rules.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Tool use

English literacy

Codes & standards

Troubleshooting

Energy management systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC trade school graduate

Basic HVAC course within 1 year

Journeyman license within 4 years

Tools

Tracer Summit / energy management systems

Job description

Age Requirement: 21 years or older

Position Summary:

The objective of this position is to inspire and promote continuing education and on the job training. Responsible for assisting and/or performing basic repair and preventative maintenance for all HVAC equipment at company owned buildings in accordance with applicable codes and safety regulations, under close to moderate supervision. Must have previous training and work history in an HVAC discipline with a mechanical maintenance background. Equipment includes, but is not limited to air handlers, package units, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, compressors, pumps, refrigeration and freezer units. Knowledge of Tracer Summit System (TRANE) and/or other energy management systems would be helpful. Must have a willingness to learn, be trained and receive instruction based on company specific requirements. All while promoting and exhibiting World Class Guest Service to Isleta Resort and Casino guests.

Isleta Resort and Casino Guest Service Agreement

All Team Members will display 100% commitment to World Class Guest Service through the delivery and maintenance of Guest Service Standards established by the Isleta Resort and Casino.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Assists with preventative maintenance on all HVAC equipment
• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges.

• Performs daily checks, completes assigned work orders and daily duties per Facility Maintenance SOPs.

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Responds to Security alarm calls as needed.
• Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, progress, and duration in accordance to Facility Maintenance SOPs.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

• Responds to repair/maintenance calls and performs routine security checks, as assigned by supervisor and the Daily Duty Checklist, in accordance to Facilities Maintenance and Isleta Resort and Casino SOPs and/or Procedures/Policies.
• Occasionally, prepares written materials (e.g. scope of work, work orders, bids, equipment inventory, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Occasionally performs quality control and inspection duties related to the trade.

• Familiarization with shop practices, operation and use of equipment, hand and power tools, and materials.
• Familiarization with safety, work place, education and understanding of State and local Safety Orders.
• Familiarization with Blueprint reading, National Electric Code (NEC), Uniform Pluming Code (UMC), National Fire Protection Association Codes (NEPA), Life Safety Code, and local codes/practices as they pertain to trade.
• Performs other duties of a similar or related level as necessary or assigned.
• May be assigned to drive company vehicle on public roads, to and from Isleta Pueblo properties, and/or other destinations, during shift.

Accountability and Supervision:

• None

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent required.
• Graduation from a trade or vocational school HVAC program, preferred
• Must complete basic HVAC course, or the equivalent, in prior HVAC background experience within one (1) year of employment as a part of continuing education, required.
• Must acquire Journeyman’s license trade specific within (4) four years of employment; company supports license testing.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certification

• Must be able to acquire and maintain Gaming License issued through POIGRA.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and background investigation.
• Must be flexible with work schedule. Must be willing to work any days/hours as needed or required to meet business needs.
• Must maintain all Isleta Resort and Casino-wide educational and certification requirements.
• Must have a valid New Mexico driver’s license with no restrictions as part of the employment requirements. Should not have had a driver’s license revoked or suspended in the last 3 years prior to the date of the Employment Application, acceptability will be determined by Risk Management. Driving records will be checked periodically to ensure continued compliance with this requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and write English; prepare records and reports
• Ability to operate light and some heavy-duty equipment; to use manual tools; to operate power tools; to keep records; to perform basic arithmetic or complex depending on trade; to measure correctly
• Possess extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of assigned trade or job duties.
• Possess extensive knowledge of State and Federal codes as it pertains to trade
• Possess good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade

• Must be able to read, interpret, prepare, draft, and maintain all records, documents, prints, blueprints, and as-builts required of the trade.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to navigate up and down stairs, ladders, crawl spaces, catwalks and uneven surfaces both in and out doors.

• Must be able to climb ladders 40 feet in height and work at heights 27 feet from the floor’s surface.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift objects up to 100 - 200 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to lift, move and place 50 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to push and/or pull 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions particular to this region.
• Must be able to work in small confined areas.
• Smoke filled environment.

• Work is generally performed in, both, an indoor and outdoor Casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a high noise level. Possible expose to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, bio-hazards, Blood Borne Pathogens, dirt, dust, fumes, and/or unpleasant odors.

• May involve exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

May occasionally deal with angry or hostile individuals.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. It is not necessarily all-inclusive and the job may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. Management reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, or by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

Native American Preference Policy

Isleta Resort and Casino will at all times and for the positions give hiring, transfers, and promotional preferences to qualified Native American applicants in the following order: 1. Enrolled Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Member; 2. Enrolled Pueblo of Isleta Descendants; and 3. Registered Native American from a federally recognized tribe.

Source: Hospitality Online