HVAC R Technician

DescriptionUnder general supervision, performs skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of District heating, boilers, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems and related equipment and facilities. Understands how equipment operates and operational control systems and strategies for troubleshooting issues. Completes preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSConducts regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment and evaporative coolers and makes necessary adjustments or repairs.Conducts preventative maintenance, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and installs systems and equipment including but not limited to refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes.Conducts preventative maintenance, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and installs systems and equipment including but not limited to boilers, condensate traps, heat exchangers, condensate return systems, pressure reducing valves and pressure relief valves.Conducts preventative maintenance, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and installs air handling systems and equipment including but not limited to controls, thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, belts, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves and automatic gas valves.Performs electrical maintenance work up to 600 volts in the repair, installation and alteration of HVACR equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed. Connects motors to control panels as necessary.Tests and examines HVAC system boiler operations, observes meter and pressure gauges and performs boiler water quality test and treatment.Lubricates heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air-conditioning motors, pumps, fans and other equipment.May assist contractors in calibration of fume hoods and equipment in laboratory.Meets schedules and timelines. Maintains detailed records and completes routine administration associated with maintenance projects. Assists in the generation of reports as necessary.Assists Building Maintenance Persons (BMPs) with performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in District buildings and grounds, as assigned.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTSCandidate must possess a high school diploma, GED or state recognized equivalent. Continued education in fields related to the job (electrical, pneumatic systems, hydronic systems, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) is preferred.Candidate must possess five (5) years of experience performing skilled work in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial equipment in the operation and maintenance of HVACR systems with related training. Experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS) is preferred.OTHER REQUIREMENTSCandidate must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record in accordance with the District's acceptable guidelines.EPA Section 608, universal certification for refrigerants is required within 90 days of appointment.Ohio Low, High Pressure Boiler Operation or Stationary Engineer license is preferred.Candidate must possess knowledge of the standard practices of the HVACR trade, theory of HVACR systems, the materials, methods and tools used in the operation and repair of HVACR systems, applicable building codes, ordinances and regulations of State and local authorities pertaining to HVACR.Candidate must possess the ability to calibrate systems, perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equi

Created: 2025-10-16