HVACR SPECIALIST 1

State of Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nevada seeks an HVACR Specialist 1 to operate, maintain, repair, and install components of heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems across facilities in North Reno. You will service air conditioning units, boilers, chillers, and related equipment, while developing preventive maintenance programs and responding to repairs and emergencies.

The role emphasizes compliance with codes, safe practices, and the ability to schedule work orders and coordinate with outside contractors to

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized HVACR apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVACR systems and related equipment.
• Inspect and diagnose malfunctions; read and interpret equipment drawings and manuals.
• Repair or replace damaged piping, valves, and controls; perform electrical troubleshooting.

Skills

HVACR knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

HVACR apprenticeship

Tools

Refrigeration equipment

Refrigerant recovery equipment

Electrical testing tools

Welding equipment

Job description

The Office of The Military (ADJUTANT GENERAL & NATIONAL GUARD) is hiring for an HVACR Specialist 1 position located in North Reno.

This position will operate, maintain, repair, and install components related to heating and ventilation systems in use at our facilities. Service and maintain all air conditioning units, evaporative coolers, chiller units, and refrigeration equipment in use throughout the facilities to industry standards. Update and develop preventive maintenance programs on said equipment. Troubleshoot and/or replace equipment or components to HVAC and refrigeration equipment; apply knowledge of HVAC service practices and procedures; use and read equipment drawings, refrigerant recovery equipment, and other equipment needed to accomplish jobs; respond to service calls for temperature adjustments, reports of water or gas leaks, or equipment malfunction; ensure systems are properly running even after an outside contractor has completed work; apply technical assistance, monitoring job progress to ensure compliance with standards, codes and time frames; initiate work orders for any non-scheduled or emergency repair; perform system maintenance on low and high pressure steam and hot water boilers, fuel and combustion systems, forced air furnaces, radiant heaters, etc.; diagnose malfunctions of equipment. Program and schedule automated controls on line with the use of a computer. Respond promptly to emergency call-outs when required. Comply with all EPA regulations. Assist with the upkeep of building maintenance by assisting other skilled trades.

Essential Qualifications

Completion of a recognized HVACR apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Duties

• Under general supervision, incumbents perform the duties described in the series concept, typically functioning as a member of a crew of HVACR Specialists. Incumbents perform skilled maintenance, repair and diagnostic duties associated with heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. This is the journey level in the series.
• Perform preventive maintenance on various equipment related to heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, fuel and combustion systems, forced air furnaces, radiant heaters, chillers, air handlers, window air conditioning units, evaporative coolers and refrigeration units.
• Maintain auxiliary equipment such as motors, pumps, fans, pipe systems, compressors, humidifiers, condensers and pneumatic and electronic control units; adhere to established maintenance schedules to replace filters, lubricate motors and fans, replace belts, conduct chemical analysis and add correct proportion of treatment chemicals, and cleaning other mechanical equipment located throughout a facility.
• Inspect equipment for proper functioning; check meters, gauges and other instruments; inspect occupied areas for comfort; adjust safety and limit controls; log information related to temperatures, pressures, fuel consumption, water level, time and date, and respond to emergencies such as utility and equipment failure.
• Repair and modify equipment and components related to heating and air conditioning systems by repairing or replacing damaged pipes or valves including brazing, soldering, pipe fitting or adding new piping valves and controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits associated with heating, air conditioning and refrigeration including tracing dead circuits, rewiring circuits, repairing or replacing electrical components such as starters, contactors, relays and control units; repair or replace burner gun assemblies; recover refrigerant and recharge refrigeration equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failure; make repairs and test system functions using common hand and power tools, brazers, solderers, torches, voltmeters, amprobes, oxygen analyzers and precision measuring instruments.
• Install new components such as thermostats, timers or insulation to make older equipment more energy efficient.
• Make parts and material purchases and maintain inventories according to departmental policies and State regulations; and prepare and maintain records related to work activities.
• Store, handle and dispose of coolants and other chemicals in accordance with established policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of: tools, methods and materials used in operating, maintaining and repairing high and low pressure steam and hot water boilers, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation and related auxiliary equipment; occupational hazards and safety procedures associated with heating and air conditioning and refrigeration operation; standard practices, techniques, materials, tools and equipment of the air conditioning and refrigeration trade such as chillers, water towers, pumps, air handlers, thermostats, pneumatic and electric controls, condensers and heat pumps.
• Ability to: perform electrical, plumbing and welding tasks associated with heating and air conditioning equipment; use a wide variety of hand and power tools, welding equipment and specialty tools associated with heating and air conditioning repairs; prepare and maintain maintenance reports, daily logs and purchasing documents; read and interpret equipment service manuals and technical references.
• Skill in: the use of tools and test equipment used in air conditioning/refrigeration repair such as ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, leak detectors, pneumatic calibrating gauges, water flow meters, air measuring devices, welding equipment and refrigerant charging devices.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

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• Completion of a recognized HVACR apprenticeship program followed by one year of journey level experience in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• One year of experience as a HVACR Specialist 1 in Nevada State service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• None of the above.

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• Yes
• No
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