HVAC Operator

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia•Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The Facilities department has an immediate opening for a HVAC Operator, reporting to Facilities Plant Operations Supervisor. The HVAC Plant Operator (HPO) position is indispensable for the continuous and reliable operation of critical systems within the facility. This role requires specialized skills in managing chillers, boilers, fire pumps, and various data center equipment. The position demands full-time, year-round commitment, including coverage across two shifts (7 AM to 11 PM), on-call duties, holidays, and weekends. This position is responsible for maintenance of essential systems including all building HVAC equipment, plumbing, and Fire Safety/Infrastructure protection. The HPO also provided cross-departmental support for Cash, LEU, Food Services, Electricians and other areas as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma
The Intermediate level HVAC Operator should have 3 to 5+ years of relevant HVAC work experience.
The Senior level HVAC Operator should have 5 to 9+ years of relevant HVAC work experience.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman`s certification in HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical related field preferred (i.e CFC certification, EPA license Functional/Technical Competencies)
Thorough knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of commercial mechanical, HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems including broad knowledge of one or more components such as centrifugal chillers, centrifugal pumps, chemical water treatment, refrigeration systems, direct digital control systems, or gas fire tube boilers.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints including HVAC, DDC, electrical, pneumatic, and control schematics.
Fundamental understanding of electrical principles and ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic controls.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and necessary inspection, testing, and monitoring of systems, identify and implement corrective actions and repairs to mitigate operational irregularities.
Ensure proper equipment operation by completing preventive and urgent maintenance in a timely fashion.
Maintain and review logs on boilers and chillers to verify inspections properly performed on all pressure vessels.
Assist other departments and trades as required, including Cash Department, carpenters, mechanics, electricians or others as designated.