HVAC Engineer

College of Lake County•Grayslake, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Engineer services the College of Lake County’s HVAC and other mechanical systems, inspects equipment, and assists with emergency and major repairs. The role works under the supervision of the HVAC Engineer Supervisor and Lead HVAC Engineer and provides leadership and assistance to maintenance personnel. The position is full-time, scheduled Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week, at the Grayslake Campus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience with HVAC systems and subsystems.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to frequently push, pull, lift, and carry up to 70 pounds; occasionally handle more than 70 pounds; and maneuver in tight spaces around machinery, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to work on lifts or ladders, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to frequently bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist, and to continuously sit, walk, and stand.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals for facilities and equipment.
Effective communication skills.
Demonstrated practical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work effectively and constructively with people from diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities, including people with disabilities, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited HVAC certificate program.
Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Prior work experience with commercial HVAC systems.
Valid Stationary Engineers license.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

Service mechanical systems, including cooling and heating systems, boilers, chillers, controls, and ventilation systems.
Inspect equipment to ensure it is functioning properly.
Service food-service equipment, including refrigerators, freezers, steam tables, and kitchen exhaust fans.
Assist with emergency and major repairs.
Help monitor the building automation system and troubleshoot problem areas.
Provide leadership and assistance to maintenance personnel.
Implement preventive maintenance on equipment.
Follow institutional and regulatory policies, procedures, and standards; use self-appraisal to assess progress toward performance objectives and career goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the HVAC Supervisor or designee.