Master - HVAC

Fort Worth Independent School District•Fort Worth, TX

55d

About The Position

Inspects, maintains, repairs, and installs heating and air conditioning systems and related equipment. Ensures the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems in District facilities. Responsible for on-site training of apprentice HVAC personnel.

Requirements

Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and regulations.
Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques, and safety.
Knowledge of refrigeration principles and thermodynamics.
Knowledge of the principles of temperature, pressure and moisture content of air flow; air balance and water flow.
Knowledge of balancing procedures for air distribution systems and hydronic systems balance.
Knowledge of practices, processes, and materials used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning construction.
Knowledge of design, construction, and functions of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems.
Knowledge of proper use of tools of the trade.
Knowledge of NFPA Fire and Life Safety Codes, Uniform Building Codes, Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, and Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) codes.
Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Skill in coordinating, planning, organizing, leading, and completing projects.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, service manuals, blueprints, wiring diagram schematics, and written reference material.
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems, and use hand and power tools.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to work at various heights and perform various repairs without supervision.
Ability to work independently or with a helper depending on workload demands.
Ability to use software to status work orders, do email, and do word processing.
Ability to write reports, letters, notes, instructions, work descriptions, and calculate pressures and temperature differences.
Ability to organize and coordinate work, including maintaining attention to details and quality.
Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required
Clear and valid Texas Driver's License required
Insurable by the District's insurance carrier required
Valid State of Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor's license, Class A with endorsements of Environmental Air conditioning and Commercial Refrigeration/process cooling and heating required
EPA Universal certification for refrigerant required
5 years' experience in HVAC required
Employees must provide necessary personal hand tools to perform assigned duties. The FWISD is prohibited from replacing stolen or broken personal property.
Must be at least 21 years old.
NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion.
NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including: moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident); failure to provide proof of valid driver's license or proof of insurance; equipment violations.
NO Driving Under the Influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
NO leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
NO vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
NO operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver's license.
NO reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
NO use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
NO operating a vehicle without owner's permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
NO permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
NO speeding more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit.
NO history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree from accredited college or university in HVAC preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnoses and repairs various types of heating and air conditioning systems: including VRF, Chilled water systems (air cooled & water cooled), Boiler systems (hot water & steam), and associated equipment, such as pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, radiators, air compressors, and controls (Pneumatic & DDC).
Installs new heating and air conditioning systems and components, relocates and expands existing HVAC systems as needed; fabricates, assembles, and installs duct work and piping according to code specifications; connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
Performs air and water balance test for HVAC installations on new and remodeled district facilities when required.
Coordinates HVAC systems repairs with appropriate personnel, as necessary.
Operates service vehicles, tow and backs trailers; rigs heavy equipment for lifting; transports equipment safely.
Maintains preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing filters, and cleaning condensers and coils; performs duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
Receives and completes word orders; select materials and hardware, makes time and materials cost estimates, and maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
Maintains inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials, including maintaining refrigerant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
Assists energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost-effective use of HVAC energy.
Trains HVAC apprentices.
Responds to emergency calls as needed; including after-hours and/or weekends.
Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.