HVAC Technician 1st Class-STT

The Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority

About The Position

Under general supervision, the HVAC Technician 1st Class performs skilled HVAC work on a variety of equipment, including chillers, condensers, air conditioners, boilers, and ice machines. The position installs, maintains, cleans, adjusts, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC systems and components in accordance with safety regulations, company policies, and OSHA standards. Because the Authority serves the public 24 hours a day, employees in this class are expected to work overtime as conditions demand and may be called back on short notice during power outages and other emergencies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of safety practices and procedures, and occupational hazards of the trade.
Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating.
Working knowledge of boiler systems.
Proficiency in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in reading schematics and work plans.
Valid Virgin Islands driver’s license.
Ability to complete required safety courses.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment while on the Authority’s premises.
Ability to work independently.
Availability for overtime and weekend work as needed.
Ability to use a computer, work tablet, or other electronic devices to access drawings, document work, and complete training.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential).
Certification or an associate’s degree in HVAC Technology from an accredited college, trade school, or trade organization, plus five years of progressively responsible HVAC installation, cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair experience in industrial and commercial facilities, including three years at the level of HVAC Technician 2nd Class; alternatively, a high school diploma with HVAC technology coursework and seven years of progressive HVAC experience in industrial and commercial facilities.

Nice To Haves

EPA 608 Universal Certification.
HVAC Excellence Core and Professional Technician certifications.
NATE Core and Specialty Test.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
Identify maintenance risks on equipment.
Change and clean filters regularly.
Wash and clean blower and condenser cores periodically.
Install, maintain, repair, and clean ice machines and chillers.
Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC systems.
Clean, adjust, and repair systems, and perform warranty and preventive maintenance services.
Perform emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
Install, maintain, repair, insulate, and clean ventilation ducts, grills, and dampers.
Keep daily logs and records of maintenance functions.
Ensure compliance with appliance standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Comply with service standards, work instructions, and customer requirements.