HVAC Facility Technician

ASM Global•Worcester, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Legends Global is hiring a full-time, union Facility HVAC Technician at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. Under general direction, the technician monitors, repairs, and maintains heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to support safe and efficient facility operations. The position may also involve plumbing and refrigeration repairs, light carpentry, and work related to the ice plant. The technician performs preventive maintenance and routine repairs, monitors building systems, responds to building automation and life-safety alarms, and documents work and reports. The role requires working inside and outside the facility, including during irregular hours based on the event schedule. Union dues or fees apply. The hourly union-contract rate is $38.95.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or vocational training, and at least five years of related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also accepted.
EPA Universal Certification.
Current driver's license and eligibility to operate a motor vehicle; the posting also requires being licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle.
Knowledge of methods, principles, and practices for operating, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems.
Understanding of facility operating procedures, capabilities, industry terminology, event-related services, and technical requirements for anticipated events.
Ability to use tools and equipment for HVAC operations and maintenance.
Working knowledge of commercial refrigeration and commercial kitchen equipment, including gas, electric, and mechanical systems.
Possess licenses, certificates, or training required by relevant authorities to operate equipment at the facility.
Basic working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems to assist the Licensed Electrician and Engineer as needed.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and related materials.
Ability to follow safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk-management practices, and emergency procedures.
Ability to operate light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, scrubbing machines, snow-removal equipment such as a Bobcat, and light power-driven equipment; ability to operate a fire alarm panel.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook, and familiarity with standard office equipment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, work under pressure or stringent schedules, and produce accurate results.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain effective working relationships with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, coworkers, and others.
Ability to meet physical demands, including mobility around the facility; lifting, carrying, and moving items; climbing and working at heights; and working amid moderate to loud noise.
Ability to lift at least 75 pounds and perform strenuous work, including walking on ice, bending, stooping, climbing ladders, working from scaffolding, and working at heights up to 130 feet.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and use protective equipment as required for specific tasks.
Ability to work flexible and extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

HVAC or plumbing certification or license is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate, repair, and maintain facility HVAC systems for safe and efficient operation.
Monitor HVAC system status, identify potential problems, and take corrective action when appropriate.
Assist in developing and implementing preventive maintenance and other standard operating procedures.
Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, alterations, and routine operations on facility systems.
Record and log work, complete work-order slips, and prepare required reports promptly and completely.
Respond to routine, precautionary, and emergency alarms from building automation and life-safety systems.
Maintain inventory of spare parts and supplies, prepare purchase requisitions, and pick up supplies and materials from vendors.
Perform other assigned work, potentially including plumbing and refrigeration repairs, light carpentry, and ice-plant duties.