Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 45,450 - 55,550; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems to support Northeast Campus.

Reporting to the department leader, you will tend to ventilation and heating equipment such as fans, vacuum pumps, air compressors, vents and ducts, and lubrication oil used in buildings. This full-time on-site role requires routine maintenance, safety compliance, and on-call rotations including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 3 years' related experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

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, including pumps, valves, gauges, and bearings
• Monitors system controls and gauges; documents readings, maintenance activities, and equipment status using established reporting processes
• Troubleshoots mechanical system issues, identifies abnormal conditions, and escalates significant malfunctions as appropriate
• Applies and manages boiler, water treatment, and HVAC chemicals in 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 rotations and variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED with 3 years' related experience

Job description

Title: Technician I, Facilities Mechanical Systems

Department: DT Physical Plant

Campus Location: Northeast 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 7:00am - 4:00pm. Varies based on department needs.

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Job Summary: Reporting to the assigned department leader, this role is responsible for tending to ventilation and heating equipment such as fans, vacuum pumps, air compressors, vents and ducts, and lubrication oil used in buildings by performing the following duties.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements:

• 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, including pumps, valves, gauges, and bearings
• Monitors system controls and gauges; documents readings, maintenance activities, and equipment status using established reporting processes
• Troubleshoots mechanical system issues, identifies abnormal conditions, and escalates significant malfunctions as appropriate
• Applies and manages boiler, water treatment, and HVAC chemicals in 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 rotations and variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require

Service Excellence:

• Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the work site
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through the Tarrant County College (TCC) Institute
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision: Works under the general supervision of the assigned department leader.

Additional Tasks: Performs Other Related Tasks as Required.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum 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

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years' working experience in the operation and maintenance of boilers, air conditioning units or related equipment
• Certificate or degree in environmental science, engineering, wastewater treatment technology, or related field from a vocational school or community college.
• Current HVAC certificationCurrent Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of steam and hot water heating equipment and commercial air conditioning equipment
• Knowledge of the mechanical and electrical components within the plant
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
• 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-standard problems using established procedures in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to review basic information and follow policies, procedures, and guidelines when completing assigned tasks
• Ability to coordinate assigned work and communicate effectively with faculty and staff to support departmental and campus operations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment may be loud and require use of personal protective equipment.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.