HVAC / Building Systems Technician or Senior HVAC / Building Systems Technician

Overview

The City of Plano is seeking an HVAC / Building Systems Technician or Senior HVAC / Building Systems Technician to maintain and optimize our City's essential infrastructure. The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the HVAC / Building Systems Technician or the Senior HVAC / Building Systems Technician classification. The range for the HVAC / Building Systems Technician is $23.71 - $27.28 per hour, and for the Senior HVAC / Building Systems Technician, it is $26.14 – $30.06 per hour. This position requires a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) background check.

Job Details

Location : City of Plano - All Others. Status : Full-Time, Regular.

Background check : CJIS background check required. CJIS disqualifiers apply.

Responsibilities — HVAC / Building Systems Technician

• Conducts general and preventive maintenance on systems of conveyance (elevators), HVAC, alarm, security, electrical, emergency power, boiler, cooling towers and energy management. Performs snow / ice removal.
• Ensures adherence to preventive maintenance schedules for assigned facilities. Assists in developing preventive maintenance programs for new equipment or newly constructed City buildings and facilities.
• Diagnoses, repairs or replaces faulty system components.
• Performs routine system inspections on fire suppression, fire alarms, access control, security, power delivery, and emergency power systems.
• Assess condition of equipment. Consults supervisors for expected life of equipment, recommends replacement of equipment when appropriate.
• Assists in obtaining bids for simple repairs and equipment replacements, submitting bids to supervisors for award consideration.
• Coordinates contracted services for preventive maintenance and minor repairs on systems of HVAC, alarm, security, electrical, emergency power, boiler, cooling towers and energy management.
• Reviews specifications for contractor repair and maintenance work, as requested by Facilities Construction Coordinators and Facilities Maintenance Supervisors. Assists in the coordination of contracted construction and remodeling projects.
• Maintains accurate records of work activities, including time, supplies, parts, and materials, using established procedures and systems. Proficiency in personal computer use and common software applications is required.
• Supports the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor in gathering cost estimates for division budget planning.
• Provides mentorship on training needs and safety procedures for junior staff.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the assigned work schedule.

Marginal Duties

Typical Decisions

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of : Installation, maintenance and repair methods relating to commercial building support systems of conveyance (elevators), HVAC, alarm, security, electrical, emergency power, boiler, cooling towers and energy management. Proficiency in personal computer use, common software applications and other industry technologies

Skill in : Conducting simple mathematical calculations and analytics. Journey level diagnostic methods. Operating light trucks and motorized equipment safely and efficiently. Using a variety of hand and power tools. Lifting and handling heavy objects safely. Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Education : High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience : Three years (3) minimum, five (5) years preferred of progressively responsible experience in the repair and maintenance of commercial HVAC systems or electrical distribution systems.

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications : Texas Class C driver's license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law). CFC Reclamation and Recycling License Type I and II, and Mobile air conditioning.

Senior HVAC / Building Systems Technician

Summary of Duties

Under basic supervision, the HVAC / Building Systems Technician, Senior is responsible for monitoring, coordinating, and performing the operations, maintenance and repair of City buildings and their associated support systems, such as HVAC, electrical, lighting, fire suppression, sound systems, kitchen equipment, uninterruptible power supplies, card access security systems, and vote tally systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the journey-level classification in the HVAC / Building Systems Technician series. Employees in this role perform a variety of HVAC / building systems tasks following established procedures and guidelines to achieve desired outcomes. While most duties are performed independently, more advanced tasks and diagnostics may require supervision or consultative support. This class is distinguished from HVAC / Building Systems Technician, Senior, which involves more complex technical and diagnostic responsibilities requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

Essential Job Functions

Marginal Duties

Typical Decisions

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of : Installation, maintenance and repair methods relating to commercial building support systems; electrical codes applicable to the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical circuits and wiring systems; advanced commercial HVAC systems; software and hardware applications of PC-based energy management systems, intrusion alarm systems, fire alarm systems, and lighting systems.

Skill in : Conducting simple mathematical calculations; communicating effectively both verbally and in writing; driving a light truck; reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings; following safety procedures and practices; troubleshooting and repairing equipment issues.

Education : High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience : Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the repair and maintenance of commercial HVAC systems or electrical distribution systems. One (1) or more years of supervisory experience preferred.

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications : Texas Class C driver's license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law). CFC Reclamation and Recycling License Type I and II, and Mobile air conditioning. Texas State Journeyman Electrician license or Air Conditioning & Refrigeration license.

Conditions of Employment : Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions : Must possess mobility to work in and around City facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to heights, loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and electrical hazards, chemicals, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Job Task Analysis, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE / M / F / V / D

Open positions

Open positions are subject to close without notice.

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