HVAC Technician II

HVAC Technician II

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced

HVAC Technician IIat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

POSITION PURPOSE

Troubleshoot, repair, replace, install and perform planned corrective, preventive and predictive maintenance tasks on heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) and Hot water and steam boiler systems, equipment, associated piping and controls.

Essential Functions

Troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and maintaining the operation and conditions of:

• HVAC equipment, air handlers, fans, controls, dampers, VAV boxes, heating and cooling coils, ductwork and distribution piping.

• Refrigeration systems, controls, pumps, coils, heat exchanges, compressors and associated piping, valves and fittings.

• Heat pump systems, pumps, compressors, controls, coils and associated piping and fittings.

• Hydronic boiler systems, burner assemblies, safeties, controls, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, fittings, coils, radiators, and associated piping and fittings.

• Steam boiler systems, burner assemblies, safeties, controls, heat exchangers, condensate systems, pumps, vents, traps, coils, radiators, and associated piping, valves and fittings.

• Gas fired heating equipment, unit heaters, radiant heating systems, equipment, fans, controls and associated piping, valves and fittings.

Evaluate equipment conditions, standards, and codes to develop corrective and preventive maintenance tasks, replacement equipment, sub-assemblies, and components, and any technical updates or upgrades.

Comply with all required environmental rules, regulations and policies governing the safe handling of refrigerants, oils, solvents, etc.

Adhere to Environmental, Health and Safety rules, regulations, and policies such as but not limited to personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, control hazardous energy sources, Lock out Tag out procedures as applicable, fall protection when using ladders and lifts or working at heights, confined space entry rules and policies, and proper machine guarding rules and regulations while working on or operating equipment.

Follow all Occupation Health, Safety and Environmental regulations, Wayne State University policies, and work practices, including, but not limited to, personal protective equipment (PPE) during work activities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTEXT

Job

Reports to:

Supervisor.

Customer Accountability:
Interfaces with customers inside the S/C/D.

Freedom to Act:
Subject to regular review by supervisor.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

Required Qualifications ,

Education and Experience:

• High school completion (or GED).

• Graduation or Certificate of Completion from a HVAC related trade or vocational school with mechanical courses, or completion of an apprenticeship in an allied trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (as evaluated and agreed upon by the Management-Union Committee).

• EPA 608 Universal CFC Refrigerants Training and Certification.

Preferred Qualifications ,

Education and Experience:

• High school completion (or GED) and Graduation from a community college with an Associates degree for HVAC or RACH Technician or Graduation from a department of labor recognized vocational training program.

• Training Certification and Experience with Siemens, Johnson Controls, Automated Logix or Honeywell controls.

• City of Detroit Boiler Operators License or City of Detroit Refrigeration Operators License.

• NIULPE Boiler or Refrigeration Operators Certificates.

• OSHA 10 or 30 Certifications.

• Demonstrates a willingness to continuing education on HVAC, Boiler and Chiller equipment and technologies.

Experience

Intermediate (3 to 4 years job-related experience.

Minimum 5 years of verifiable hands-on repair and installation experience in a commercial HVAC service environment.

Minimum 3 to 4 Years of verifiable hands on work experience in a commercial HVAC service related industry.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Using tools and techniques for HVAC technician:

• Considerable experience and use of safety tools, techniques, and PPE.

• Hands on repair and service experience on Boiler, Chiller, HVAC, and Air Handling equipment.

• Ability to read, interpret and understand system and equipment prints, layouts, ladder logic, picture diagrams and exploded parts views.

• Ability to understand the sequence of operations of associated equipment and systems.

• Techniques for troubleshooting electrical and pneumatic circuits, controls, valves, devices, and piping systems.

• Utilizing building automation systems, interface devices, computers, controls, DDC panels used for troubleshooting, operation, and…