HVAC Technician

Overview:

The HVAC Technician will operate, maintain and repair all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment, as well as related mechanical equipment. The HVAC Technician is also responsible for preventive maintenance, energy management and BAS (Building Automation Systems).

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operate, maintain and repair boilers and chillers in a safe and economical method.
• Operate, maintain and repair auxiliary equipment and support systems associated with boilers, chillers, pumps and all related controls.
• Operate, maintain and repair domestic hot water system including hot water circulation pumps, controls and regulators.
• Operate, maintain and repair air compressors and associated equipment including, but not limited to, pneumatic air piping systems and air dryers.
• Oversight of water treatment equipment, which includes testing of boiler water, hot water heating system, condenser water and cooling tower water.
• Operate, maintain and repair piping and ductwork systems, controls and regulators.
• Operate, maintain and repair cooling towers, condenser water systems and associated equipment including fans, pumps, motors, piping, controls and regulators.
• Operate, maintain and repair all HVAC equipment to include air handler units, Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes, fan coils, exhaust fans, radiant and convection heaters and pneumatic/electric controls.
• Maintain proper filter replacement and coil cleaning as per preventative maintenance schedules in all HVAC units.
• Operate, maintain and repair all DX air conditioning systems and their controls. Repair refrigerant leaks, add refrigerant and adjust controls when necessary.
• Calibrate pneumatic temperature controls as necessary.
• Respond to elevator interruptions and call vendor for service if required.
• Must be available to assist with emergencies, including, but not limited to medical, fire, environmental and snow events.
• Must be available for on call assignments on a rotational basis.
• Oversight of testing (weekly) of emergency generators including monitoring fuel levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Facilities management to meet the service needs of the College, including, but not limited to, assisting with set-ups, special events, projects, plumbing and/or electrical issues, safety and snow removal.
• Maintain plant, storage and mechanical areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Routinely review CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management System) generated work order assignments and follow through with completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Minimum requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Universal EPA certification required.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience on commercial boilers, chillers, pneumatic/electric controls, pumps and HVAC equipment.
• Flexible shifts and the ability to be on a rotational call basis is required.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, lifting, stooping, or carrying of equipment and materials may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Incumbent may be exposed to extreme temperatures, close quarter situations, high and precarious places, moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
  
  
  

Preferred Competencies/Knowledge

• Associate's Degree or higher in HVAC and/or related field combined with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience on boilers, chiller, pneumatic/electric controls, pumps and HVAC equipment.
• Experience with BAS (Building Automation Systems) including Siemens and Schneider Electric.
• Relevant HVAC and/or Plumbing certifications including Pressure Piping certificate(s), NATE / ICE certification, 6G Pipe Welding certificate, Med Gas certifications, ASSE 6000 Series, Backflow Preventer certification, OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Training, aerial/forklift certification.
  
  
  

Reports To: Director of Buildings, Maintenance and Grounds and/or Assistant Director of Buildings, Maintenance and Grounds

Compensation: $28.97 base pay + additional for valid certifications, permits or licenses per CBA language

Contract Affiliation: IUOE 2

Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: FT

Benefits:

Cincinnati State provides employees with high quality and cost-effective benefits with a variety of options:

• Medical Insurance (PPO- employer covers up to 92% of the premium, HDHP- employer covers 100% of the premium)
• Dental Insurance (employer covers 100% of the premium)
• Vision Insurance
• NO WAITING PERIODS! Medical, Vision and Dental benefits are effective from day one of employment!
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (employer contributions)
• Short-Term Disability: Offering 60% of your salary
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance (employer paid)
• Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident: Optional at employee expense
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan for employees, spouse and dependents
• Tuition Waiver for employees, spouse and dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking
• 11 annual paid holidays in addition to generous paid time off options including vacation, sick, personal leave, and winter season days.
• Employees at Cincinnati State qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  
  
  

Retirement:

As a Cincinnati State employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, you will not contribute to the Federal Social Security system. Instead, our employees will contribute to a State Retirement Plan (SERS or STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP): 403B and/or Deferred Compensation Program 457 Plan.

EOE- Committed to Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, as well as its individual academic divisions, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual-orientation, age, physical disabilities, veteran or marital status.