Plant Maintenance Technician - HVAC / R II

Job Title : Plant Maintenance Technician - HVAC / R II

Position Summary :

Provide support for the College physical plant and perform commercial level HVAC / R maintenance functions at a Journeyman certification / license level. Perform maintenance duties and provide multi-trade support and on-call rotation to Plant Operations and the Maintenance team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Maintain current level of knowledge of HVAC / R trade practices for commercial buildings and campus systems.
• Install, diagnose / troubleshoot problems, repair HVAC / R systems and related and supporting systems, fixtures, equipment, compressors, coils, controls (both DDC and pneumatic), pumps, chillers, boilers, etc. following all applicable codes, schematic diagrams, and other specifications or instructions.
• Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications for construction or remodeling, and may recommend appropriate replacement or new equipment to be compatible with existing systems or equipment and wiring.
• Perform wiring of electrical boxes and conduit, switches, motors, pumps, and various control circuits related to the operation of HVAC / R equipment and systems.
• Prepare product specifications and pricing quotes as required in performance of duties.
• Prepare time, labor, and materials estimates as required in performance of duties.
• Operate and maintain a safe and organized work place including vehicle, tool boxes, etc.
• Ensure all work performed is within applicable codes, compliance, OSHA safety standards, and best practices.
• Assist the Plant operations team in routine multi-trade skills related to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, general repairs and maintenance, event set-ups, and emergency clean-up when needed or assigned.
• Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled, assigned or directed to ensure minimal system breakdowns.
• Learn and maintain a proficiency with the campus energy management system software (building automation system (BAS)) and computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
• Use heavy equipment as trained and certified for snow removal, moving heavy objects, or making repairs.
• Prepare specifications for the requisition of equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
• Serve as on-call technician on staff rotation of duties and respond to campus to perform emergency maintenance or related duties as needed to ensure support of classes and scheduled campus events.
• Use varying styles, approaches, skills and techniques that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of cultural in a diverse, multi-cultural workplace.
• Perform work involving ability to lift 80 pounds, long periods of standing, bending, squatting, walking.
• Maintain two way radio communications while on campus.
• Perform in an essential personnel capacity and maintaining a presence at the main campus to provide needed snow / ice removal or other emergency Plant Operations services to the College as directed by your supervisor is a requirement of the job.

Required Minimum Qualifications :

Desired Qualifications :

Work Schedule : 6 : 30am – 3 : 00pm Monday to Friday

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Telework Eligible? : No

Essential Personnel? : Yes

Non-Discrimination Statement :

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

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