HVAC Technician II

The J. Paul Getty Trust; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Employee Investment retirement—

Educational Assistance

Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days

Off-Fridays

On-Site Fitness Center

Community service opportunities

Job summary

The Getty is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to maintain and service HVAC and refrigeration systems, vaults and related kitchen equipment at the Getty Center.

Responsibilities include inspections, scheduled maintenance, calibration, and remote monitoring via DDC systems. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to temperature control, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent required.
• EPA 608 refrigeration license required.
• 5+ years experience servicing refrigeration equipment, preferably in service trades.
• College or trade related courses preferred.
• California driver license with <3 DMV points.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, inspects, overhauls and performs scheduled maintenance of HVAC systems, refrigeration and food service equipment.
• Maintains tight climate conditions in collection areas to ensure environmental systems function properly.
• Installs, replaces, adjusts, and calibrates major components of refrigeration systems (compressors, condensers, valves, thermostats, coils, drives).
• Uses direct digital control (DDC) systems to monitor HVAC systems remotely.
• Checks, repairs and replaces valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores and other components.
• Adheres to established safety procedures and schedules.

Skills

5+ years related experience

Read control drawings & wiring

DDC system monitoring

Troubleshooting HVAC controls

Computerized maintenance software

Safety procedures compliance

Education

High School/GED

College or trade related courses preferred

EPA 608 refrigeration license

California driver license (<3 points)

Tools

Refrigeration gauges

Vacuum pumps

Torches

Leak detector equipment

CFM meters

Job description

Job Details

• Job Family: Facilities Maintenance
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Position Status: Getty Center
• Workplace Type: Onsite
• Salaried/Hourly: Hourly
• Hiring Pay Scale: $53.11 Hourly
• Program/Department: Facilities - 1468-HVAC
• Requisition Number: 2023-4264
• ERRP Eligible: No

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Summary

Maintains HVAC equipment, refrigeration equipment, specialty HVAC vaults, ice machines and kitchen equipment.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Repairs, inspects, overhauls and performs scheduled maintenance of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, refrigeration and food service equipment
• Maintains tight climate conditions in collection areas to ensure that environmental systems are functioning properly
• Installs, replaces, adjusts, and calibrates major components of refrigeration systems such as compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies
• Uses direct digital control (DDC) systems to monitor HVAC systems and operations from remote locations
• Checks, repairs and and/or replaces valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, pipes and other functional components of the system
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures and schedules

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• College or trade related courses preferred
• 5+ years related experience servicing refrigeration equipment, preferably in the service trade
• EPA 608 refrigeration license
• California driver license with less than three DMV points

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of specialty systems such as low temperature and humidity vaults with tight temperature and humidity parameters
• Ability to read control drawings, wiring diagrams, blue prints, and psychometric charts
• Strong understanding of micro processing controls and building management systems
• Ability to use computers or other electronic tools for trouble shooting and servicing HVAC systems, including air balancing and refrigeration equipment
• Familiarity with electronic work order and maintenance software
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration tools and equipment, including but not limited to refrigeration gauges, vacuum pumps, torches, leak detector equipment, and velocity and cfm meters
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting HVAC controls and motor starters
• Proficient understanding of the relationship of temperature, dew point, and relative humidity
• Demonstrated understanding of VAV, constant volume air systems, and VFD controls

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.