Entry Maintenance HVAC Technician Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Colorado Springs, CO Job Type Full-Time Department Facilities and Strategic Infrastructure Management Job Number 18531 Closing 1/11/2019 5:00 PM Mountain Essential Job Functions Performs a wide variety of duties associated with all phases of HVAC preventive maintenance, cleaning, repair, modification, adjustment and lubrication of heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems, associated equipment, and fixtures. Assists maintenance HVAC technicians in accomplishing other building maintenance and repair (i.e. carpentry, electrical, and plumbing). Assignments are made in the form of written or verbal instructions and may be accompanied by sketches and blue prints, although much of the work arises out of inspections and troubleshooting. Work is ordinarily performed independently, but may work as part of a team. Performs preventive maintenance and services, and repairs mechanical equipment, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, such as steam and hot water boilers, forced air units, and associated components. Tests, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and corrects mechanical problems to ensure systems remain operational to applicable codes and design standards. Repairs or replaces compressors, unit controls, thermostats, pumps, water pressure regulators, and other parts of mechanical systems; charges refrigeration; inspects, cleans and replaces filters as necessary. Performs electrical, pneumatic and mechanical testing of equipment; diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems; repairs or replaces defective parts in units, equipment and controls. Performs other building maintenance tasks supporting building maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc. when requested. Estimates time, materials, and equipment required for assigned jobs; maintains work order of work performed and material used. Assists supervisor and HVAC technicians in scheduling work orders and completing paper work. Updates information on work order form as required to accurately reflect conditions in the field. Performs on-call responsibilities as required in support of all County buildings, including correctional facilities. Cleans debris from work area, parts, and equipment. Performs other duties as required. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent education required. Minimum one (1) year experience as an HVAC technician accomplishing maintenance and repair in commercial and/or industrial buildings required. Certification or Associate's degree in HVAC Technology or related field may substitute for the required experience. Working knowledge of additional building systems to include electrical, plumbing, and carpentry preferred. Ability to operate and maintain electrical test/diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, and combustion gas analyzers. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to accomplishing facility maintenance and repair. Ability to read, interpret, and work from wiring diagrams, code books, sketches, layouts, and blueprints; ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions. Skilled in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance, such as hand tools, power tools, gauges, pumps, detectors, and test equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and County employees. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to observe and follow safety procedures and precautions. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, physical examination, and drug screen. Licenses/Certificates Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a Federal Universal CFC Certificate, or pass certification test within six (6) months of employment. Must possess and maintain Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Mechanical IV license or obtain within six (6) months of employment. Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, or have the ability to successfully obtain within ninety (90) days of employment. Work Conditions Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and requires the ability to perform laboring tasks in adverse weather and environmental conditions. Position involves extensive standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, carrying heavy tools and equipment to work site, and working in confined/tight spaces. Work is performed on ladders, scaffolds, poles, and in pits and tunnels. May be exposed to hazardous chemical/materials during the performance of some job responsibilities. Some travel to other facilities throughout the County may be required. Responds to emergency situations as required. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs; uses equipment to move heavier items. Serves as on-call representative for after-hour response. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: For inquiries please call: 719-520-7401. Each applicant is considered only for the current vacancy indicated on your application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to monitor any future openings and to submit a separate application for each position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Any new employee and rehires must provide documentation of authorization to work as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (PL99-603). EL PASO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Full-Time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits that include: Medical; Dental; Vision; Life Insurance; Retirement. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent education? Yes No 02 Do you have at least one (1) year experience as an HVAC technician accomplishing maintenance and repair in commercial and/or industrial buildings? Yes No 03 Do you have certification or an Associate's degree in HVAC Technology or related field? Yes No 04 Do you possess a Federal Universal CFC Certificate? Yes No Required Question Agency County of El Paso (CO) Address 2880 International Circle Suite N060 Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80910 Phone 719-520-7486 Website