HVAC Technician

State of Iowa; Johnston (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Iowa Department of Public Defense in Johnston, IA seeks an experienced HVAC Technician to support the state facilities at Camp Dodge. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, refrigeration and building automation systems, with a focus on reliability and regulatory compliance.

The position involves coordinating with facility engineers and a range of trades, including electrical work, to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation of systems across the camp and related

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time work in installation, maintenance, repair and operation of HVAC, boilers, refrigeration and building automation systems.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for years of experience up to two years.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair air conditioning systems from large packaged units to window units.
• Design and install ductwork including supply/return, plenum, truck and branch lines.
• Perform inspections, tests and diagnostics to ensure proper operation of HVAC equipment.
• Charge and recover refrigerants in compliance with environmental standards.
• Collaborate with electricians and other trades on complex building systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Diagnostic procedures

Education

HVAC training or technical education

Tools

Tridium Niagara AX

BACnet devices

JACE controllers

Job description

Summary

What We Are Seeking:

Do you have a passion for all things HVAC? The Iowa Department of Public Defense is looking to fill a HVAC Technician to assist the State at Camp Dodge! The successful candidate will perform advance journey level mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and electronic work in the installation, maintenance, repair and operations of air conditioning, ventilation, heating, boilers, refrigeration and building automated systems.

Who We Are:

Our Agency directly supports the Iowa National Guard sustainment, readiness and modernization, providing support so they are able to fulfill their missions in Iowa’s communities or their work for the State during emergencies or times of need. We are made strong by a highly qualified, diverse and talented staff. Working at the Iowa Department of Public Defense will provide you the opportunity for a robust career!

What You’ll Do:

• Install, maintain and repair air conditioning systems ranging from 60 ton (+) packaged units down to window units.
• Calculate, layout, estimate, and install ductwork to include supply and return side, plenum, truck, and branch.
• Perform inspections, tests, and diagnostic procedures to ensure proper operation of AC equipment.
• Charge refrigerant lines and recover refrigerant according to environmental compliance regulatory standards.
• Monitor and perform diagnostic procedures using systems such as Tridium Niagara AX framework, Tridium Niagara R2 framework, JACE controllers, and BACnet devices
• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration units such as coolers, freezers, and domestic appliances. Charge and recover refrigerant according to environmental compliance regulatory standards.
• Assist Electricians in performing work normally associated with the secondary electrical distribution system. This system includes 480-volt, 240-volt three phase, and 120 volt (and larger) single phase.
• Coordinate job site tasks between soldiers and civilians of various trades in logical construction sequence and priority.
• Work closely with Facility Engineer on assigned special projects.

Location and hours:

Camp Dodge 7105 NW 70th Ave. Johnston, IA 50131, 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Benefits:

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.

Why Choose Us?

Choose us for our strong team culture, positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. An individual shall not be denied equal access to state employment opportunities because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or physical or mental disability. The State of Iowa is an E-Verify employer. A complete package combining benefits, career and personal development is available here for you. Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets us apart and come be a part of our team!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Qualifications

Experience equal to five years of full-time work in the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, boilers, refrigeration, ancillary equipment, and building automated systems related to HVAC;

OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 30 semester hours of accredited post high school education in HVAC for each year of the required experience to a maximum substitution of two years.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Supplemental information

• Within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority, persons in this class may be required to obtain a license to perform electrical work in accordance with Chapter 103, Iowa Code.

• Within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority, certain employees in this class may be required to obtain a Fire Sprinkler Installer and Maintenance License in accordance with Chapter 100D, Iowa Code.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Must be able to obtain Class B commercial driver’s license.

• Must be able to obtain certifications as required by regulatory authorities pertaining to HVAC, boilers, and refrigeration.

• Must be capable of obtaining forklift and other material handling equipment operator’s permits as necessary.

NOTE: Must be willing to work weekends and after hours on a rotational basis performing boiler operations and must be willing to respond to alarm pager on weekends and after hours on a rotational basis.