Facilities Technician - HVAC
About The Position
The facilities team at the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation acts as a safeguard for the Foundation's physical assets and operational continuity. By proactively managing facility systems, the role transforms maintenance from a reactive expense into a strategic advantage that protects the bottom line. Our teams work diligently to ensure that our spaces are safe, functional and properly maintained for staff, guests, community and stakeholders. This role functions as a Facilities Technician with a background in HVAC and Climate Control with a focus on high-precision environments. Climate & Artifact Preservation: Manages temperature and humidity for the building and specialized "micro-climate" systems for artifact cases to ensure air quality and preservation standards. System Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoots complex electrical and mechanical HVAC components, including the removal and replacement of motors, fans, and compressors. Preventive Maintenance (PM): Performs routine servicing such as freon charging, belt/filter changes, and critical boiler blow-downs to prevent system failure. BAS Monitoring: Utilizes Building Automation Systems (BAS) to remotely monitor and adjust HVAC, humidity, and boiler performance. Multi-Trade Support: Provides cross-functional assistance for electrical, plumbing, and general facility repairs (drywall, paint, and doors) as needed.
Requirements
- Knowledge of all aspects of heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems operation, repair, maintenance and installation.
- Skills in the use of HVAC diagnostic equipment and hand tools.
- Demonstrated ability to install, repair, and maintain various HVAC systems. Such as Chillers, Boilers, Mini-split and Micro-climate systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose repair problems using schematics, blueprints and manuals.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, and all weather conditions.
- Experience with or ability to learn BAS controls systems.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work using CMMS.
- Demonstrate a general knowledge of other skilled trades, to include plumbing, electrical, carpentry and masonry repairs.
Nice To Haves
- Education, training and certification in the skilled trades would be helpful in this position.
- HVAC certification and work experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manages temperature and humidity for the building and specialized "micro-climate" systems for artifact cases to ensure air quality and preservation standards.
- Troubleshoots complex electrical and mechanical HVAC components, including the removal and replacement of motors, fans, and compressors.
- Performs routine servicing such as freon charging, belt/filter changes, and critical boiler blow-downs to prevent system failure.
- Utilizes Building Automation Systems (BAS) to remotely monitor and adjust HVAC, humidity, and boiler performance.
- Provides cross-functional assistance for electrical, plumbing, and general facility repairs (drywall, paint, and doors) as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
