Maintenance - Technician - HVAC

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician - HVAC maintains and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and related controls throughout the district. The position ensures environmental controls and related equipment are properly maintained to provide a safe and comfortable learning environment. It is an 8-hour-per-day position for 260 days per year on the second shift, with pay listed as $41.57 under PSE Salary Schedule Level 13. A pre-employment physical/testing is required at the district’s expense. The role diagnoses and repairs HVAC and energy management systems, estimates repair costs, installs equipment and controls, responds to service and emergency calls, and maintains district HVAC and computer control systems. It also includes predictive maintenance, programming controllers, training custodial staff on control systems, and maintaining safe work areas. The technician may assist with plumbing, carpentry, and other construction repairs, and maintains relevant documentation and technical records. The position reports to the Director of Facilities and receives guidance from the Maintenance Crew Lead and/or Impact Team lead. It requires scheduling and prioritizing work, meeting repair deadlines, communicating technical information to non-technical staff, and potentially dealing with distressed or difficult individuals. The role involves substantial physical exertion, work at heights and with high-voltage electricity, outdoor work in inclement weather, exposure to noise and fumes, lifting items over 50 pounds, and driving between sites. Emergency off-hours call-ins may be required.

Requirements

Four years of increasingly responsible HVAC experience and a wide range of maintenance and repair experience.
Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated skills in HVAC systems, electrical repair and maintenance, and HVAC control systems.
Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and other construction skills.
Skill in using tools and equipment, including electrical testing and safety equipment.
Ability to diagnose and correct technical problems, estimate repair costs, and determine repair cost effectiveness.
Knowledge of maintenance safety procedures, including lifting techniques.
Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, plans, electrical schematics, and codes.
Knowledge of computer systems and related software.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Valid Washington State driver's license and a good driving record.
Refrigerant (CFC) recovery certification.
Fingerprinting and background check to determine there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury, or neglect of a minor.
Must complete training in and adhere to the district infection control plan.
Must pass a pre-employment physical/testing; the district will assume the cost.

Responsibilities

Identify, diagnose, repair, and maintain heating, ventilation, and energy management systems.
Estimate costs and repair or install equipment, including direct digital, energy management, pneumatic, lighting, and electrical controls.
Perform repairs and maintenance on district HVAC systems to help provide a safe and healthy environment.
Respond to service and emergency calls; assess problems and determine needed materials, equipment, and whether parts should be repaired or replaced.
Diagnose, repair, or install HVAC equipment and systems, including heat pumps, hydronic systems, re-heat units, recovery systems, exhaust systems, gas-fired systems, boilers, furnaces, pumps, heat exchangers, converters, and cooling systems.
Balance air distribution and hydronic systems, and operate, repair, and maintain refrigeration systems.
Conduct predictive maintenance for HVAC systems.
Program direct digital controls and programmable controllers, and train custodial personnel in basic control-system use and maintenance.
Secure work areas to protect students and staff.
Maintain the Maintenance Service Center and HVAC computer systems, install software, diagnose energy management systems, and ensure computer control systems and software operate properly.
Use and maintain appropriate tools, including meters and gauges.
Assist with plumbing, carpentry, and other construction-related repairs as needed.
Maintain documentation, records, files, and technical manuals.
May serve on district committees or departmental work teams and perform related duties within the scope of the position.