HVAC Technician

Antelope Valley College; Del Sur (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley College is seeking a skilled HVAC Maintenance Technician to perform heavy mechanical maintenance on district heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems. You will diagnose, repair, install, and alter equipment, ensuring efficient operation and safety.

The role requires repairing drives, pumps, boilers, cooling towers, and related systems, with emphasis on preventive maintenance and compliance with building codes. Strong blueprints reading and safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of HVAC apprenticeship program and a high school diploma.
• Three years journey-level operation, maintenance and repair experience in commercial HVAC/refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains HVAC mechanical drive systems and components.
• Maintains and repairs hot/cold water pumping systems and related equipment.
• Maintains cooling towers, boilers, and associated water treatment and controls.
• Performs preventive maintenance and routine servicing of HVAC equipment.
• Diagnoses defects and implements replacements or repairs as needed.
• Trains and assists other maintenance personnel as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Blueprints reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding and soldering

Education

HVAC apprenticeship program

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Testing instruments

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor performs skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the construction, diagnosis, repair, installation and alteration of District heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities; performs preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment to assure efficient operation. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

E = indicates essential duties of the position

• Repairs/rebuilds mechanical drive systems to include but not limited to replacement of drive bearings, shafting, blower wheel assemblies, multi-pulley and belt drives, and exhaust blower assemblies and motors for HVAC equipment. (E)
• Maintains and repairs hot and cold water pumping systems including motor replacement, bearing and shaft seal replacement, mounting and alignment techniques for proper operation, replacement of rubber and chain drive couplings; repair and rebuild triple duty valve, Y strainer assemblies; check valves, air and sludge separators, air bleeds and water treatment, air scavenging and sludge removal. (E)
• Maintain and repairs cooling tower, evaporator condenser and air cooled condenser; maintains, repairs, and replaces fills elements, water distributor, filter screening, piping, electrical components and control operation. (E)
• Maintains hot water boiler operation including electronic and mechanical safeties, primary and secondary pump systems and boiler ignition controls, chilled water systems operations, water flow dynamics, piping-pumping configurations. (E)
• Maintains and repair as necessary, gas fired furnaces, infrared heaters, hydronic systems including safties. (E)
• Maintains and repairs as necessary, electronic and electrical sequencing and controls. (E)
• Installs and replaces condensers, evaporators, compressors, pumps, air handlers specifying equipment. (E)
• Diagnoses, removes, replace, field services variable frequency drives. (E)
• Interprets blue prints and provides recommends on equipment for mechanical engineers, works with contractors, architects, and distributors. (E) Determines and recommends equipment manufacturers to engineers. (E) Evaluates equipment and recommends replacement equipment as needed. Communicates with administrators, skilled maintenance personnel, contractors and others concerning construction, maintenance and repair issues.
• Trains, assigns, and reviews the work of student workers, summer helpers or other maintenance personnel as assigned; assists other skilled maintenance personnel as required.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an HVAC apprenticeship program and three years journey-level operation, maintenance and repair experience in the commercial HVAC and refrigeration trade.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license. Incumbents must qualify for a valid Forklift Certificate within the first year in this classification. Valid EPA 680 Universal Certification issued by an authorized agency.

• KNOWLEDGE OF: Standard practices of the HVAC and refrigeration trade.
• Theory of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Materials, methods and tools used in the operation and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Applicable building codes, ordinances and regulations of State and local authorities pertaining to HVAC, refrigeration and boilers.
• Air compressors and pneumatic controls.
• Principles and practices of Direct Digital Control Electronics related to HVAC equipment operation.
• Cooling tower and boiler water treatment.
• Manual and electrical tools and equipment applicable to the HVAC and refrigeration trade.
• Welding and soldering techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Computer operation and related software applications.

• ABILITY TO: Perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of District heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities.
• Calibrate systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.
• Diagnose defects, and install, repair and maintain heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning units.
• Interpret and work from plans, diagrams, and specifications.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools utilized in the repair, installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Read and work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain routine records and prepare reports.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Lift heavy objects.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

CONTACTS

Security, co-workers, contractors, architects, engineers, manufacturers, and vendors.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Pushing and pulling.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized tools.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Climbing ladders and stairs and working from heights.
• Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor and outdoor environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.