Trades Worker III HVAC Mechanical

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota•Bradenton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SCF offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition scholarships for employees and eligible dependents, paid life insurance, and employer contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Full-time employees are eligible for paid sick and/or vacation leave in accordance with College policy. Additional benefits and perks include complimentary access to wellness activities, a four-day work week during June and July for eligible 12-month employees working in the summer, and paid winter break and spring break. Eligible dependents also have access to our on-campus Collegiate School. Benefit availability varies by position and employment status. Visit the SCF Human Resources webpage for benefit details. Job Summary Monitor, diagnose, install, repair and maintain college HVAC mechanical systems. NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of workforce, and other factors which may impact the College’s need to modify position requirements. This position is a career-level position and is eligible for veteran preference. If you qualify, please complete the Veteran Preference section of the application and attach a copy of your DD214.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one or more years’ related experience in large-scale commercial or industrial refrigeration systems, boiler operation and maintenance, commercial HVAC and digital building automation systems.
Must be familiar with heavy commercial/industrial safety procedures including lock-out/tag-out, PPE (personal protective equipment), arc-flash protection, and related procedures.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one situations to other employees of the department and the larger College organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software; and general working knowledge of Building Automation System software.
Within three months of hire must be able to use College e-mail, Internet, and other College required software.
Must possess EPA Section 608 Universal Certification for refrigerant recovery within one year of hire.
Valid Florida Driver’s License.
HVAC Technician Certification.
Complete Formal Training in Trane Controls and Trane Building Automation System within one year of hire.
This position is responsible for all HVAC equipment.
This position has contact with State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota staff on a daily basis.
This position has contact with vendors and contractors on a weekly basis.
Regularly required to use manual dexterity and reach with hands and arms.
Frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear.
Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.
Must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Each State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employee is expected to know the College’s mission and goals.
All State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees will strive to provide outstanding service excellence to everyone they serve including students, the community, and fellow employees in accordance with Pride in Excellence standards as listed: RESPECTFUL Act in a courteous manner Actively listen to gain full understanding Demonstrate awareness of “everything speaks” Show empathy and caring RESPONSIVE Approach people in an inviting and pleasing manner Take ownership of actions and decisions Plan, anticipate, and be forward thinking Answer and return phone calls and emails Use proper communication etiquette Banish the phrase “not my job” Provide assistance to all inquiries and follow through ACCURATE Do it right the first time Be knowledgeable of product and how it interfaces with others Ask probing questions Use resources effectively and efficiently COLLABORATIVE Participate in teams Develop team skill sets Learn available resources to be responsive to your constituents Develop internal and/or external connections
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to maintain a neat and professional image at all times.
When issued, College personnel must wear uniforms, and maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful working conditions, and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries.
Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as provided.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend their work assignments and schedules at all times, in accordance with College Rules and Procedures.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend College-provided training sessions and meetings when deemed necessary.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to give attention to continuous assessment and improvement of the position’s assigned set of duties and responsibilities.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background screenings and employment reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Automated Logic building automation software preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor all buildings systems tied to the Building Automation System and make the necessary corrections and adjustments to match building requirements.
Monitor operations and maintenance of all mechanical systems equipment to insure safe and efficient operation.
Note deviations from normal operating conditions and perform corrective actions.
Inspect and perform the cleaning, calibrating, lubricating, repairing and replacing of controls and devices related to mechanical systems.
May develop, monitor and perform preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC mechanical systems and equipment per manufacturer recommendations.
Identify and perform repairs on HVAC mechanical systems and equipment.
Screws, bolts, rivets, welds, and braces parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring harnesses, valves, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, and pipes on chillers, boilers, and HVAC equipment.
Drills holes and installs mounting brackets and hangers into floor and walls of building.
Lifts or hoists and aligns components into position.
Cuts, threads, and connects pipe to functional components and water system of premises.
Starts system, observes operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure, and temperature in system.
Reads blueprints and drawings to determine routing of HVAC systems to perform troubleshooting.
Pumps specified gas or fluid into system.
Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components.
Replaces or adjusts defective or worn parts to repair systems.
Orders and maintains supply inventory and parts.
Maintains and reconciles Purchase Card records and statements.
Log readings and maintain water and machinery records on a daily basis.
Maintains records of hours and materials used on projects.
Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance
tuition scholarships for employees and eligible dependents
paid life insurance
employer contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
paid sick and/or vacation leave
complimentary access to wellness activities
a four-day work week during June and July for eligible 12-month employees working in the summer
paid winter break and spring break
on-campus Collegiate School for eligible dependents

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