Job Description

What this job involves - The HVAC Technician has a strong focus on maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment on all systems. A very high percentage of “wrench time” is expected. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in HVAC maintenance & troubleshooting and be multi-skilled in other areas (pipe fitting/plumbing, electrical) in order to successfully complete daily/weekly work assignments. The individual in this role must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required. Some overtime is to be expected.

What is the day to day?

• Accept and log all complaint, status, and follow-up calls in the CMMS database.
• Take immediate action on all alarms. Repair/Correct alarm condition if possible, otherwise start follow-up trail for each alarm. You are responsible for all alarms that occur during your shift.
• Monitor the operation and make adjustments / Repairs on refrigeration, stand-alone freezers, heat exchanger, HVAC, Centrifugal Chillers, Cooling tower, VAV systems, electrical, emergency backup systems and hot water systems; monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to assure proper operation of equipment. Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Inform Chief Engineer / Assistant Chief Engineer of equipment conditions.
• Identify cumbersome or faulty systems and recommend possible changes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all base building and critical system equipment which includes but not limited to: assemble all tools, supplies and instruments necessary to complete the job, performing work with a minimum amount disruption, conducting immediate clean-up of work area, completing the work order task sheet, returning tools to workshop, and unused supplies to store room, reporting any equipment problems, impending supply or material shortages to the Chief Engineer.
• Install and repairs plumbing/piping/tubing; install and rebuild pumps and motors; install and rebuild air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other mechanics and operators with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. Installs, repairs, and maintains electrical controls, switching and motor controls.
• Perform routine facility repairs, including sheetrock, patching, caulking, painting, lock repair, and piping.
• Maintains tools and orders supplies as required for installation and repairs.
• Complies with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean and safe workspace.
• Ensures that all appropriate R&M data (i.e. material costs, contract labor costs, Jones Lang LaSalle effort, etc.) is captured on a work order.
• Review and analyzing system data (reliability, equipment calls, etc) and developing initial recommendation with Chief Engineer on any maintenance changes, upgrades, replacements, etc. Including “red lining” PM maintenance task instructions with recommendations to improve process.
• Cross train back up, or others, as appropriate to the advanced level.
• Maintain up to date & complete system documentation in a CMMS system for all repairs or changes to the system.
• Manage refrigerants in compliance with MA. and EPA requirements, including maintaining accurate refrigerant usage and inventory records
• Routinely available as “On Call” craftsperson
• Maintain the site in compliance with the JLL ESCP audit
• Supervise contractors or 3rd party maintenance providers.

Desired experience and technical skills-

Required

• 3+ years’ experience working with mechanical systems in a commercial and/or industrial environment
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate well in both oral and written reports
• Proficient in reading electrical, control and refrigeration schematics
• Proficient with computer-based systems and programs, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Capable of operating BMS and CMMS

Preferred

• Massachusetts certification (Refrigeration technician license)
• Two years of related trade schooling

Work Environment

• Collaborate with a team of craftsperson’s
• Skilled and physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools, lift and carry heavy loads, operate required equipment, and operate a motor vehicle
• Able to work in close places such as closets, crawl spaces, attics, vaults, etc.
• Able to work on roofs of buildings
• Subject to call 24 hours per day and required to work in all weather conditions.

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