HVAC Technician/Electrician

HVAC Technician/Electrician

Position Purpose
Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install heating and air conditioning and electrical systems and equipment throughout the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems and electrical fixtures and systems in district facilities.

Essential Job Functions

 1. Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of heating and air conditioning systems, including rooftop equipment.
 2. Install new heating and air conditioning systems and components.
3. Relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed.
4. Repair, replace, or calibrate controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
5. Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to specifications and code.
6. Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
7. Maintain Freon dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
8. Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
9. Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
10. Assist energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, costeffective use of HVAC energy.
11. Receive and complete work orders.
12. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
13. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
14. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
15. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
16. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
17. Detect needed repairs on equipment following established inspection procedures
18. Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
19. Install and repair control and distribution apparatus, including motors, relays, switches, thermostats, circuit-breaker panels, etc.
20. Install and connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical apparatus for machines and equipment in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
21. Diagnose and resolve problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
22. Test continuity of circuits to ensure compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments.
23. Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit using rulers, measuring devices, hand tools, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
24. Repair or recommend replacement of electrical appliances, including commercial ovens, ranges, steam tables, washers, dryers, etc.
25. Receive and complete work orders. 28. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
26. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. 30. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
27. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. 32. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
28. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures. 34. Respond to emergency calls as need

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
                Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Meter, gage, welding equipment, ladder, hoist, hand and power tools, pipe bender, propane torch, multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe bender and threader; hand and power tools (saw, drill, etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of fundamental tools, materials, practices, maintenance, methods and procedures in the carpentry, plumbing, and electrical trades.
• Knowledge of building code conformance standards for carpentry, plumbing, electricity, electrical installation, and repair.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health laws and regulations.
• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with others.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and resolve electrical or electricity issues.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Safety Requirements

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that 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.
• Wears appropriate safety gear.

Travel Requirements
Frequent travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Ability to withstand heights and work in crawl spaces.
• Typical risks associated with using tools of the trade.
• Occasional strenuous physical work.
• Occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

           Note:    Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver's license Refrigeration Certification
• Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and wiring and operating principles of motors
• Knowledge of local electrical codes Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools
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Experience: Two years experience in HVAC and electrical fields

Salary:  See BISD Compensation Plan Auxiliary (Non-Exempt) ~ AX5

• BISD pays $325.00 towards medical premium
• BISD pays Telehealth premium for employee
• BISD provides a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy for employee