HVAC EPA Technician

Job Title: HVAC EPA TECHNICIAN

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Grade: AUX PG 5

Dept./School: Maintenance/Service Center

Minimum Salary: $27.05

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install heating and air conditioning systems and equipment throughout the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all HVAC system in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification
High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver’s license

Texas air conditioning and refrigeration EPA certification (Type I & II required)

Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to perform mathematic calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience
2 years experience in HVAC field

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repair

Maintain required license/certification in current standing with governing jurisdiction.

Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various type of heating and air conditioning systems, including rooftop equipment.

Install new heating and air conditioning systems and components.

Relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed.

Repair, replace, or calibrate controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.

Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to specifications and code.

Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.

Maintain Freon dispensing records to meet federal requirements.

Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.

Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.

Assist energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost-effective use of HVAC energy.

Receive and complete work orders.

Select material and hardware and make time and material estimates.

Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.

Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.

Inspect job upon completion and ensure areas are clean.

Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.

Detect needed repairs on equipment following established inspection procedures.

Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Safety
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Equipment Used:
Meter, gage, welding equipment, ladder, hoist, hand and power tools, pipe bender, propane torch. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent district wide travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.05 - $37.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person