Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Facilities, the Maintenance Technician performs repairs or installations of varied types of mechanical and electrical systems in location facilities including off-location centers.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps, motors, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, appliances, electrical equipment, electronic equipment, cables, phone and data lines, and lighting systems.
• Operates and maintains specialized equipment such as refrigerant reclaim and recycling systems, vacuum pumps, leak detection equipment, computers, energy management controllers, and other electronic components.
• Obtains, stores, safeguards and properly uses equipment, materials, supplies, and tools.
• Keeps record of work performed, materials used, and time spent on projects.
• Serves in lead worker capacity as designated by supervisor.
• Makes daily inspections of varied types of mechanical systems to determine need of required maintenance or repairs.
• Performs other related duties assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of the problems encountered in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment in varied types of buildings and structures.
• Knowledge of all types of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge and experience working with electrical distribution systems
• Knowledge of EPA regulations regarding the use, transportation, and reclamation of refrigerants.
• Proficient in the use and operation of computer systems used in the maintenance and operation of the physical plant.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and equipment operations manuals.
• Ability to learn quickly from observations, and from oral and written directions.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Experience with computer software relating to HVAC operation and building automation.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in HVAC repair and maintenance.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Must possess EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification (EPA 608).
• Will consider any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.

Preferred:

• Vocational or trade school training.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift up to seventy (70) pounds.
• Variances from regular working hours may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Busy working environment with numerous interruptions.

SALARY: $58,362. annually (This is a 12 month position to be paid over 12 months)