HVAC Tech 3113 - State of Connecticut

HES Facilities Management; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HES Facilities Management in Hartford, CT seeks a Licensed HVAC Technician to operate, repair and maintain commercial heating and cooling systems, including chiller operation, boilers and BAS controls, and to perform diagnostic checks and preventive maintenance.

The role requires a Journeyman HVAC license, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license. You will document work orders in CMMS, respond to alarms, and assist other trades as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-year HVAC training (military, vocational, or apprentice).
• Journeyman HVAC license.
• Experience in commercial HVAC.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and positive attitude.
• Basic hand tools required.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Basic CMMS and BAS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair chiller, boiler, and HVAC systems.
• Perform maintenance, service, repair, and installations on heating and ventilating equipment and controls.
• Execute scheduled and unscheduled work orders; report status and parts needs.
• Respond to alarms and diagnose problems; calibrate controls and BAS.
• On-call duties and support other trades when needed.
• Document work via CMMS and maintain records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver's license

Hands-on problem solving

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-year HVAC training (military/vocational)

Tools

Hand tools

CMMS

BAS (Building Automation System)

Job description

Licensed HVAC Technician

Essential Accountabilities

• Proficient in chiller operation and repair, ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Proficient steam boiler and pressure vessel operator.
• Perform major and routine maintenance, service, repair and installations on all heating and ventilating equipment and controls as assigned.
• Perform all scheduled preventative maintenance on all heating and ventilating equipment and controls systems as assigned.
• Operate and perform all diagnostic system checks on all heating and ventilating equipment and controls as assigned.
• Specific competencies shall include, but not be limited to the following:
  • Principles of boiler design
  • General operation practices
  • Effects of water treatment
  • Inspection requirements
  • Emergency shutdown procedures

Other Accountabilities

• Complete all required documentation to include all scheduled and unscheduled work orders, report status of faulty equipment and systems, parts requirements, and manhour reports.
• Properly use and be responsible for all facilities tools and equipment used during the performance of daily work duties.
• Maintain awareness of location and areas served by all heating and ventilating equipment and systems. Become familiar with all new and modified systems as soon as possible.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by authorized personnel, including those for emergency situations.
• Make recommendations to immediate supervisor about how methods and procedures can be improved. Observe and report unusual situations, reactions, effects or conditions to responsible persons.
• Operate various machine shop tools, braze or solder various items as required in the fabrication or repair of all heating and ventilating equipment.
• Maintain and calibrate all related heating and ventilating controls and control systems. Understand Building Automation Systems. Respond to all alarms and troubleshoot problems throughout systems.
• Perform on-call duties when required.
• Support other trades when required.
• Perform required paperwork/record-keeping (duties to include data entry in computerized maintenance management, system work order documentation and activity reports).

Primary Customers Or Key Working Relationships

• Treat all customers with respect and conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
• Accommodate customers, staff, and visitors when working in public areas. Ensure safe passage of passersby and anyone in/around the work area.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • High School graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
  • 2-year Military, Vocational or apprentice training in HVAC.
• Licensures & Certifications:
  • Journeyman HVAC license.
• Experience:
  • Experience in commercial HVAC.
  • Technical/educational skills.
  • Troubleshoot utilizing developed analytical skills.
  • Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and positive attitude.
  • Must have required basic hand tools.
  • Must understand Lock out Tag out Procedures.
  • Basic knowledge of CMMS and BAS.