Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems at the Northwest Campus in Fort Worth. You will tend to ventilation and heating equipment such as fans, vacuum pumps, air compressors, vents, and ducts to keep building systems running efficiently.

This on-site role supports safety and reliability, with regular daytime hours and occasional on-call duties. A background in HVAC and mechanical systems is valued for successful performance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements, or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Prefered: Boiler operation and maintenance experience
• Prefered: HVAC-related certifications

Responsibilities

• Operates, monitors, and adjusts mechanical, HVAC, and building systems to maintain safe and efficient facility operations
• Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on equipment and systems
• Monitors system controls and gauges; documents readings and status using established reporting processes
• Troubleshoots mechanical system issues and escalates significant malfunctions as appropriate
• Applies and manages boiler, water treatment, andHVAC chemicals per safety standards
• Maintains cleanliness and functionality of mechanical spaces, fans, vents, and ductwork
• Participates in on-call rotations and variable shifts as needed
• Communicates effectively with faculty and staff to support campus operations

Skills

Knowledge of steam and hot water/heavy

Plant systems knowledge

Customer service

Office software

Team collaboration

Problem escalation

Policy compliance

Communication with staff

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Title: Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems

Department: DT Physical Plant

Campus Location: Northwest Campus

Employee Classification: POP - Plant Operations

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No

Pay Frequency: Semi-monthly

Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $50,500

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 1:00pm - 9:00pm

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remotework

Special Instructions to Applicant

Job Summary

Reporting to the assigned department leader, this role isresponsible for tending to ventilation and heating equipment suchas fans, vacuum pumps, air compressors, vents and ducts, andlubrication oil used in buildings by performing the followingduties.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements

• Operates, monitors, and adjusts mechanical, HVAC, and buildingsystems to maintain safe and efficient facility operations
• Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minorrepairs on equipment and systems, including pumps, valves, gauges,and bearings
• Monitors system controls and gauges; documents readings,maintenance activities, and equipment status using establishedreporting processes
• Troubleshoots mechanical system issues, identifies abnormalconditions, and escalates significant malfunctions asappropriate
• Applies and manages boiler, water treatment, and HVAC chemicalsin accordance with safety and regulatory standards
• Maintains cleanliness and functionality of mechanical spaces,fans, vents, and ductwork to ensure proper system performance
• Adheres to safety policies and participates in on-call rotationsand variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, asoperational needs require

Service Excellence

• Participates on behalf of the College in external communityorganizations and associations as assigned to support the essentialperformance requirements
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, andfollows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of theworksite
• Completes all required training and professional developmentsessions sponsored through the Tarrant County College (TCC)Institute
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of theCollege

Supervision

Works under the general supervision of the assigned departmentleader

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of thevarious types of work that may be performed. The omission ofspecific statements of duties does not exclude them from theposition if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment tothe position. The job description does not constitute an employmentagreement between the employer and employee and is subject tochange by the employer as the needs of the employer andrequirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years' workingexperience related to the Essential Performance Requirements, orany equivalent combination of education and work-relatedexperience
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) year's working experience in the operation andmaintenance of boilers, air conditioning units or relatedequipment
• Certificate or degree in environmental science, engineering,wastewater treatment technology, or related field from a vocationalschool or community college.
• Current HVAC certification
• Current Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of steam and hot water heating equipment and commercialair conditioning equipment
• Knowledge of the mechanical and electrical components within theplant
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonalrelationships
• Skilled using computerized monitoring systems, software,applications and enterprise systems, including word processing,spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Ability to identify routine issues and elevate non-standardproblems using established procedures in a fast-paced workenvironment
• Ability to review basic information and follow policies,procedures, and guidelines when completing assigned tasks
• Ability to coordinate assigned work and communicate effectivelywith faculty and staff to support departmental and campusoperations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representatives of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. While performing the duties ofthis job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands tofinger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach withhands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionallyrequired to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee mustoccasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific visionabilities required by this job include close vision, distancevision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and theability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here arerepresentatives of those an employee encounters while performingthe essential functions of this job. While performing the duties ofthis job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanicalparts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. Thenoise level in the work environment may be loud and require use ofpersonal protective equipment.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential duties andresponsibilities.