Operations & Maintenance Technician IV - HVAC (Journey)

US: Tryfacta•Parker Dam, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician IV - HVAC (Journey) for our client in Parker Dam, CA 92267. This is a temporary contract assignment. The position utilizes journey level mechanical/electrical skills, experience and knowledge in the practices, procedures, and methods of installing, improving, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining, both general and complex heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. It maintains and improves a variety of systems including air distribution systems and machinery, heat exchangers, furnaces, hot/cold deck systems, and pneumatic, digital, VAV controls and energy management systems related to Metropolitan's buildings and facilities systems. Supports the operational core of water and power reliability by effectively maintaining and improving the quality of working and operating environments within treatment plants, ozone plants, conveyance and distribution buildings including shops, offices, occupied and unoccupied structures including communication sites and computer rooms, as well as commercial/industrial systems. Provides operational reliability, quality, capacity and energy efficiency of HVAC systems and output through a mix of general and advanced preventive and corrective maintenance skills to effectively meet or exceed customer expectations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years experience, one year of which must be in commercial/industrial HVAC.
OR High school diploma or GED and attainment of journey level skills through a recognized HVAC trade training program and/or applicable related experience within a industrial environment.
Familiarity with basic electrical safety protocols and HVAC fundamentals are essential.
Knowledge of Commercial/industrial theories, practices, tools and materials for the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, plumbing, electricity, electronics and mechanical, sheet metal fabrication, welding, water and lubricant analysis as it applies to the operation and maintenance of HVAC mechanical/electrical systems, controls and equipment.
Knowledge of refrigerant recovery and recycling requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to ensure safe and effective handling of toxic substances to ensure environmental compliance.
Knowledge of chemicals associated with parts and HVAC system cleaning such as coil cleaners and solvents.
Knowledge of safe operating techniques and the occupational hazards of motorized or pneumatic equipment operation, and electrically energized HVAC components, and safety practices and regulations for maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment.
Ability to diagnose malfunctions of HVAC equipment and systems (visually and/or aurally).
Ability to use, operate, and troubleshoot system problems through HVAC computerized systems, including equipment and building comfort automation systems.
Ability to read, interpret and develop sketches, diagrams, manufacturers' manuals, and specifications to complete installations and repair of complex HVAC systems.
Ability to use and maintain electrical/mechanical tools and equipment normally and traditionally utilized in HVAC operation and maintenance.
Ability to apply and guide others in adhering to safety practices and regulations for inspecting, maintaining, repairing HVAC equipment.
Valid Drivers license from state of residency equivalent to a California Class C
EPA Certification to handle refrigerants (CFR 40 part 82, subpart F) (three parts—1,2, as a minimum, or universal)
Asbestos Worker
Respiratory Protection and Safety Fit Test
Fall Protection
Lockout Tagout
OSHA 10 Hour-General Industry
Heat Illness Prevention
Hearing Conservation Training
Hot Work/Fire Extinguisher Safety
Defensive Driver- National Safety Council
Forklift Operations Training
Forklift Practical

Nice To Haves

The selected candidate will utilize their HVAC skilled labor with mechanical aptitude capable of performing routine maintenance and minor repairs at an O&M Level II.
This individual would support journey-level HVAC technicians as needed, while also being able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of commercial/industrial HVAC equipment, component parts and/or auxiliary units, including pneumatic, digital, VAV controls and energy management systems, electrical, and electronic controls to ensure working and operational environments necessary for effective facility use.
Troubleshoots HVAC problems and determines appropriate corrective action to eliminate equipment malfunctions and ensure effective HVAC service, output, and minimize equipment down time.
Effectively completes PM, CM and improvements on HVAC equipment such as various refrigerant systems, pneumatic control compressors, pumps, boilers, cooling towers, fan coils, evaporative coolers, louvers, dampers, filters, pneumatic controls, electrical, and electronic controls, blowers, solenoids, humidistats, thermostats.
Designs, fabricates and installs sheet metal ducting systems and registers to provide ongoing and necessary working and operating environmental aspects.
Performs PM, CM, and improvements on commercial/industrial equipment and systems such as chillers, walk-in refrigerator/freezers to maintain proper equipment operating conditions.
Operates heating and air conditioning equipment or auxiliary units according to manuals, directions, specifications or diagnostic indicators to provide HVAC output at desired and acceptable levels.
Reads, interprets, and takes the appropriate follow-up steps when monitoring equipment performance readings including energy usage information, control signaling and feedback, as well as a variety of system output measurements.
Designs and/or installs new or rebuilt HVAC systems and equipment and perform initial start-up procedures to place into operation, including quality checks of various gauges and instruments, as well as ensure the equipment and systems have the proper levels of power, water, lubricants, refrigerants, and air pressure needed for effective start-up and operation.
Provides effective preventive maintenance on a wide range of equipment of varied age, including PM of consumable parts such as filters, belts, fluids and chemicals.
Performs electrical and electronic diagnosis, repairs and installation related to HVAC systems such as replacing relays, programmable logic controllers, circuit boards, varied controls, as well as energy conservation related systems to ensure effective operation and equipment life.
Identifies, fabricates and procures parts needed to effectively complete PM, CM tasks associated with HVAC systems.