HVAC Technician

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: HVAC Technician (0385)

Reports To: Executive Director of Facilities

Dept./Campus: Facilities, Planning & Construction

Duty Days: 261 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: M30

Date Revised: 02/2021

Primary Purpose:

Installation, PM, & maintenance, repair, and install of all heating and air conditioning equipment,

exhaust systems, air compressors, chillers, steam and hot water boilers in the District, in order to

minimize interruptions of the education process. Maintain the safe operation of all HVAC systems

in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Valid Texas driver's license (meet eligibility requirements to drive a district vehicle)

CFC Certification

Must Maintain Licensure

High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to troubleshoot control systems

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Preferred Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years previous experience in HVAC

Repair, replacement, & programming of DDC controls

Major Responsibilities & Duties:

• Demonstrate acceptable work habits including regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability and promptness.
• Install and maintain of chilled water systems, air-cooled systems, and split systems.
• Repair air moving equipment in heating and cooling.
• Install and repair of electric components.
• Overhaul or replace HVAC air compressors.
• Repair, replace and calibrate thermostats, controls, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
• Repair or replace all HVAC pumps.
• Repair boilers pertaining to HVAC equipment.
• Change filters, lubricate bearings and motors, check and adjust belt tension, replace belts, clean condensers and evaporator coils.
• Inspect and repair all HVAC drain lines and drain pans.
• Inspect and repair all HVAC pneumatic lines and valves.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to specifications and code.
• Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
• Maintain Freon dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
• Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
• Assist energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost effective use of HVAC energy.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure area are clean.
• Detect needed repairs on equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Inspect and repair all kitchen make-up air units and exhaust systems.
• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Equipment Used:

Volt Meter and AMP Probe

Gas pressure meter

Air volume meter

CFC machine

Freon gauges

Temperature meters

Pressure meters

Fork lifts

Hand tools

Pipe wrenches

Saws, dills/motors

Pneumatic tools and meters

Oil pumps

Scaffolds/ladders

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel

Ability to meet deadlines and alter work priorities

Physical Demands:

Frequent driving of vehicles

Continuous working with machinery

Continuous climbing of ladders and stairs

Continuous walking

Continuous pulling, lifting, carrying and dragging

Continuous squatting

Frequent working at heights

Frequent stooping

Frequent crawling

Frequent bending

Requires quick reactions, good balance and steady hands

Sensory Requirements:

Significant hearing

Near vision

Far vision

Peripheral vision

Color discrimination

Depth perception

Environment:

Subject to temperature extremes

Subject to frequent interruptions

Subject to frequent deadlines

Subject to wet slippery surfaces

Subject to enclosed spaces

Exposure to fumes

Exposure to dust

Exposure to solvents

Exposure to toxic chemicals/materials

Exposure to noise

Exposure to high voltage

Exposure to rain, snow, sleet, lightning, wind, sun, ice

Exposure to roof tar, grease, oils

Exposure to insulation fibers

Exposure to ceiling tile fibers

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.