HVAC Technician

JOB SUMMARY
Performs routine and emergency maintenance work including but not limited to electrical and HVAC mechanical systems and related equipment. Responsible for various duties and other systems associated with keeping a City Facility in operational condition.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs emergency and routine repair of HVAC equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance to HVAC equipment.
• Communicates with employees in other departments regarding system malfunctions.
• Prepares repair material lists and order parts direct from vendors.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides project support regarding HVAC systems and mechanical equipment during design and construction.
• Review design drawings and specifications regarding new construction.
• Perform duties of the lead tech position during absence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of building and uniform mechanical codes.
• Knowledge of the principles of refrigeration, chill and heating water systems, boilers and their operations, ventilation and air handling, general air flow, and basic electricity.
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems.
• Skill in reading and diagnosing problems from as built schematics.
• Skill in preventative maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment.
• Skill in communicating with other city employees and vendors by oral and written means.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC control systems.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sound.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to, carrying, kneeling, pulling, and standing.
• Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 125 pounds.
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to vacuum pumps, torch require work including silver soldering, and test equipment.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, including on ladders and mechanical lift equipment.
• Incumbent is subject to fume/odor, dust/mites, chemical, mechanical, and electrical hazards.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience in the HVAC service field.
• EPA certification.
• Valid Texas Driver License, Class C.

Employment Screenings Required:

• Criminal background check
• Drug and Alcohol Testing
• Physical Examination
• Motor Vehicle Review

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.