Utility Systems Repairer

DC Housing Authority•Washington, DC

About The Position

Maintains, repairs, and operates utility systems—including boiler plants, air-conditioning, water treatment, and associated electrical and natural gas systems—at properties owned and operated by the District of Columbia Housing Authority. Performs preventive and scheduled maintenance, operational repairs, inspections, troubleshooting, testing, equipment overhauls, and installation work. Work is assigned by a supervisor, through work orders, or in emergencies through the Maintenance Control Center. The employee is expected to make independent decisions and judgments about utility systems and complete work to required specifications; work is periodically reviewed for methods, efficiency, work-order production, and adherence to operating procedures. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of trade experience in utility systems repair and operation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required credentials include a valid 3rd Class Engineering License for steam and hot water heating systems and a current EPA-approved Universal Refrigerant Certification. The incumbent must also have a valid motor vehicle operator’s permit and meet DCHA requirements to be placed on its approved driving list within 30 days of appointment. The position requires drug and alcohol screening and a pre-employment background check. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least five years of trade experience in utility systems repair and operation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience meeting the minimum qualifications.
Valid 3rd Class Engineering License for steam and hot water heating systems.
Current EPA-approved Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s permit.
Ability to meet DCHA requirements for placement on its approved driving list within 30 days of appointment.
Knowledge of utility systems, including heating and boiler plant equipment, air-conditioning equipment, ventilation systems, forced-air furnaces, and electrical supply equipment.
Knowledge and skill in accepted trade methods and techniques.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work with others and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to interpret plans, blueprints, specification sheets, and wiring schematics, and demonstrate proper work methods and techniques.
Ability to perform the physical tasks described, including maneuvering equipment, carrying and setting up parts weighing up to 50 pounds, and working from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms.
Must undergo drug and alcohol testing and consent to a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Maintain utility systems, including boiler plants, air-conditioning, water treatment, and associated electrical and natural gas systems at DCHA properties.
Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on pumps, compressors, generators, boiler fixtures, fans, controls, and related equipment.
Perform operational repairs, including lubricating machinery, adjusting packing glands, repacking valves, cleaning burners and related components, replacing gauge glasses, and cleaning condensers, heat exchangers, and cooling towers.
Inspect equipment and check meters, shafts, bearings, motors, belts, turbines, electric pumps, and other components for proper operation.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and test systems and associated equipment.
Detect and locate defects, determine the type and extent of repairs needed, and repair, replace, or adjust components.
Dismantle, overhaul, adjust, and install equipment such as condensers, evaporators, burners, motors, blowers, pilots, igniters, electrical controls, and thermostatic control devices.
Perform chemical water and oil-acidity tests and safety-equipment tests using pressure gauges and voltmeters; test sensors and major equipment manually and automatically.
Test repaired units and systems to ensure they operate in accordance with established requirements.
Estimate repair and replacement costs for utility systems, including labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.