HVAC Technician III | Full-Time | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center

Oak View Group•Dallas, TX

11d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Under general supervision by the HVAC Manager, the HVAC Technician III performs advanced journey level and leadwork duties in the technical operation, maintenance and repair of various HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing and auxiliary systems. Troubleshoot and diagnose a variety of MEP systems in a widely dispersed building. This role pays an hourly rate of $34.00-$36.00

Requirements

High school diploma (or equivalent) required
Minimum of 6-8 years of direct experience in commercial HVAC/R and control programs.
Possession of a CT D-2 license or substitution of technical trade school and experience.
OSHA 10 and 30 certifications
Experience with computerized building automation systems.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software, general computers and understanding of basic IT functions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must have availability to 5a – 2p shift as your primary schedule nights, weekends and holidays as needed for events.
Must be flexibility to adjust from time to time depending on emergencies and building needs.
Solid problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair problems within the following HVAC/R equipment systems: Heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems and associated equipment such as VRF systems, multi-zone units, electrical controls, pneumatic controls, steam coils, chilled water systems, self-contained heating and cooling units, exhaust systems, pumps, air compressors, ductwork, cooling towers and other miscellaneous equipment.
Regularly monitor and adjust building automation controls to achieve optimum comfort and energy savings. Schedule and monitor building automation to include HVAC and lighting systems.
Adhere to all related OSHA practices. Examples include, lock-out/tag-out, MSDS, confined entry, bloodborne pathogens, etc
Understand how to reset different pieces of equipment. This includes, chillers, VFDs, air handlers, boilers
Demonstrate knowledge of checking cooling tower hot decks and removing dirt and debris
Be able to clean strainers on different type of equipment. Examples, condenser, hot and chill water systems
Operates and monitors equipment, which admits steam into each building from central distribution point, pressure reducing stations
Inspects, dismantles, repairs, and reassembles equipment as directed. Completes tests for chemical control of boiler water, cooling water, and condensate.
Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces general and laboratory exhaust fan systems
Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
Understand the function of VFD and how to control the hertz in terms of speeding and slowing down pumps
Troubleshot and perform routine maintenance on heat exchangers
Replace steam regulating pressure release valves
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on equipment actuators and other automatic control valves
Know and understand low water and high-water cut-off safeties for boilers
Demonstrate the ability to operate deaerator systems for steam applications
Replace and repair 3-way valves, bi-pass valves, isolation valves
Demonstrate the ability to blow down boilers and cooling towers each day
Demonstrate the capability to setup chain fall systems to change strainers for chillers and condenser water pumps
Be able to operate confidently aerial platforms and forklifts. This includes hanging diapers or tracing the different type of pipes throughout the facility
Some brazing/soldering experience for preferred applications
Knowledge of DDC and building automation systems
Be able to replace different types of pipes. Example, copper, cast iron, stainless steel
Clean-up and organize mechanical rooms, mezzanine, physical plants, and work shops
Adress roof leaks, sprinkler, water leaks
Know and understand equipment controllers such as jaces, and related and how to troubleshoot
Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of low-voltage and how to interpret appropriate wiring diagrams
Responsible for pump and motor alignments
Understand the theory of testing and balancing in terms of water flow, pipe size, and air flow
Know how to change flex-couplings on pumps and pipe connections
Pipe fitting experience
Troubleshoot and replace different type of dampers. Incudes, relief, outside air dampers.
Be able to replace motors and pumps with bearings and seals
Know and troubleshoot natural gas systems, regulator, and adjust the different pressures as needed
Makes regular patrols through mechanical rooms to record condition and operation of equipment to ensure its being scheduled into preventative program before failure
Participate in the operation, maintenance and repair of facility equipment, minor electrical, lighting, commercial kitchen and plumbing repairs to expedite the return of equipment or auxiliary systems to operational status
Complete minor plumbing task for event related activity. To read and interpret building prints
Track daily productivity via timesheets, daily logs and CMMS. Communicate arrival, location and departure with HVAC/Plumbing Manager.
Perform event related duties, set-ups and coverage as assigned
Clearly, effectively, and timely communicate work issues with staff
Provide excellent customer service assistance to internal and external clients
Clean-up and organize mechanical rooms, mezzanine, physical plants, and work shops
Other duties as assigned.