Mechanic Class E - HVAC Technician

Camden City School District•Camden, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Facilities will support the vision for Camden City School District by ensuring that students' school environments are conducive to and facilitate student learning. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, Maintenance, the HVAC Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing all district heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) equipment. Specific duties include repairing, rebuilding, and replacing bearings, motors, heat exchangers, air conditioning compressors, heating boilers, ventilation and air conditioning systems, air filters.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
Knowledge of basic regulations governing safety relating to the mechanics/maintenance craft
Ability to perform tasks relating to other industry trades required (i.e. electrical, plumbing).
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with external vendors
Remain in compliance with current National Building Code
Read and utilize blueprints, HVAC diagrams, and manufacturer's installation manuals to complete assigned projects
Required technical training in at least two of the following areas, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, furnaces, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
Five (5) years of experience in HVAC service and repairs
Valid New Jersey Driver's License Required
Environmental Protection Agency (E. P. A.)/Chlorofluorocarbon (C.F.C.) Universal license
Possess a Certificate in Building Automation Systems (B.A.S.) or must obtain one within two (2) years of employment
Possess a Black Seal License or must obtain one within two (2) years of employment
Advanced knowledge troubleshooting and repair on HVAC/R systems
Advanced mechanical skills and ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
Knowledge of refrigerants and ability to interpret internal system pressure including refrigerant recovery equipment and vacuum pump
Advanced knowledge of HVAC/R systems and component level diagnostic skills
Operating knowledge of computer and keyboarding skills, digital direct controls (DDC) controls, computer control systems and pneumatic controlled systems
Focused on safety and security of District staff and students a must
Experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail
Experience with basic hand tools and other specialized HVAC/R tools, including analog and digital meters; computerized air quality meters
Will be required to support projects and initiatives in other departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisor's designee
Frequently moves items weighing up to 50 pounds to pack, load, and deliver orders; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Frequently lifts items weighing up to 50 pounds, including raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position
Frequently bends and twists holding items weighing up to 50 pounds
Climbing/balancing - maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces
Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
Crouching - bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine
Reaching - extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.
Subject to extreme temperatures (temperatures below 32 degrees or above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour, which may be exacerbated by wind and/or humidity)
Subject to atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation
Moderate to high at times, noise level especially during school hours, assemblies or events.
Frequent interruptions from calls, walk-ins and urgent requests.
Possible exposure to cleaning agents, instructional materials, and equipment-related chemicals.
Must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Possess a Certificate in Building Automation Systems (B.A.S.) or must obtain one within two (2) years of employment
Possess a Black Seal License or must obtain one within two (2) years of employment

Responsibilities

Expedite all work orders assigned in accordance with directions provided by Facilities Manager
Keep records on all projects in a manner set up by the Facilities Manager and maintain accounting records properly
Analyze, troubleshoot, install, repair, rebuild, adjust and replace mechanical equipment such as, but not limited to, bearings, motors, heat exchangers, boilers, ventilating and air conditioning compressors, water and pneumatic valves, humidity control units, coolers, freezers and exhaust hoods
Analyze, troubleshoot, install repair, rebuild, replace and adjust pneumatic, electrical and electro-pneumatic and digital control systems.
Query and monitor control systems as they relate to energy management and preventative maintenance operations
Inspect and verify the operation and safety of all heating boilers, rooftop/packaged units, air handling units and ventilation systems
Repair and maintain all line voltage, equipment voltage and control voltages.
Respond to emergencies in building
Performs regularly scheduled maintenance on HVAC/R System
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively
Recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, including Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health Act (PEOSHA) regulations, practice safe work habits
Utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions the appropriate administrator
Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor(s)
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Be available when called upon by the Supervisor or Central Administrators after the regular workday for any weather related and general emergencies.