Maintenance Mechanic 4 (HVAC Supervisor)

Skagit Valley College•Mount Vernon, WA

5d•$5,928 - $6,708•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: In our contemporary world, an HVAC supervisor performs arguably the most essential functions of trades work; ensuring all building spaces are properly and adequately conditioned. This position performs critical diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, and is also involved in forward-thinking capital project planning. The skillsets required for this position are a complex blend of educational and vocational training combined with soft skills such as cross-departmental planning and communication. This position also serves as the primary lead and trainer of lower-level maintenance mechanics, ensuring the desired knowledge, skills, and traits are taught to employees. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position working 40 hours per week, onsite at the Mount Vernon campus.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of WISHA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the HVAC trade, National Electric Code, and local jurisdictional codes; Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the theory, principles, methods, and techniques used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC equipment; Demonstrated computer skills in email, Microsoft Office Suite applications, and work order management systems; Demonstrated knowledge in the utilization of a DDC control system; Ability to communicate effectively and carry out oral and written instructions; Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and construction documents; Demonstrated ability to diagnose HVAC problems, communicate findings, procure appropriate components, and make timely repairs.
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in refrigeration or steamfitter trades and five (5) years of experience as an HVAC technician; OR Seven (7) years of applicable experience in performing the work in refrigeration or the steamfitter trade, or a combination of the two (2).
Vocational or trade school training as an HVAC technician or refrigeration mechanic will substitute, year for year, for work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years; OR Completion of a recognized program for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, and three (3) years of journey-level experience as an HVAC technician.
Valid Washington State driver’s license; Possession, or ability to possess within 6 months of hire, an EPA 608 Universal Certification.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) or more years of journey-level experience in HVAC and/or refrigeration trades.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and directs the work of maintenance mechanics engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, heating, water, cooling, refrigeration, sewer, and fire suppression systems, steam distribution systems, commercial air-conditioning (environmental) equipment, air handling units, and pneumatic/electronic/electrical or mechanical control systems; Performs, trains, guides, and directs skilled HVAC work on such plant equipment as boilers, chillers, pumps, and controls.
Review specifications, blueprints, and submittals for capital planning and projects; Provide meaningful input and feedback for all capital planning documentation to align with sustainable and resiliency at the District level.
Develops, conducts, and leads a preventative maintenance program for assigned machinery and equipment Continuous review of daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and biannual preventative maintenance tasks within the work order management system; Update fixed assets to reflect accurate information at all times.
Consults with appropriate resources to plan, estimate, and execute projects; requisitions materials and equipment; Creating estimates for building improvement requests, the repairs, modifications, and additions of equipment.
Assist with planning, organizing, and direction of training for assigned personnel; Review and recommend routine safety training utilizing multiple platforms; Assist in demonstrating and presenting safety materials to the team.