HVACR SPECIALIST 1

State of Nevada (NV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada (NV) Office of The Military (ADJUTANT GENERAL & NATIONAL GUARD) is seeking an HVACR Specialist 1 based in North Reno. The role involves operating, maintaining, repairing and installing heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems across facilities.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers and air handling equipment, troubleshooting faults, reading drawings, and coordinating with contractors to ensure compliant, timely repairs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized HVACR apprenticeship program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with preventive maintenance of HVAC/R equipment and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair and install HVACR systems in facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers, air handling units and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and respond to service calls as needed.
• Program and schedule automated controls and monitor system performance.
• Prepare maintenance reports and logs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read schematics

Preventive maintenance

Education

HVACR apprenticeship program

Tools

Ammeters

Voltmeters

Leak detectors

Refrigeration charging devices

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 under general supervision 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.

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

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, 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.