Journeyman Steamfitter

Position: Journeyman Steamfitter - 3 positions
Job Title: Journeyman Steamfitter - 3 positions

Location: Omaha Public Schools Service Center, 4041 N. 72nd St

Reports To: Maintenance Manager, Service Center

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 261 Days 12 Month / 8 hours per day

Salary Schedule: This is a full-time negotiated position. Salary grade 50D

Position Purpose: Duties include, but not limited to, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and air condition (HVAC) systems and heat pumps. Position requires detailed knowledge of the operation and maintenance and repair of components associated with hot water and steam heating systems and chill water, heat pump and refrigerated air conditioning systems. Applicants should possess experience in electronic HVAC controls. Applicants should be familiar with the functional operation of a centralized Energy Management Systems.

Duties may include evening shifts, weekends, and after hour emergency call-outs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Minimum of five years full time Journeyman experience in the commercial Steamfitter trade.
• Must possess a current Steamfitter license in the City of Omaha and universal CFC license.
• If hired, candidates who do not have a Steamfitter's license on the date of hire must obtain a Steamfitter's license prior to the expiration of the six (6) month probationary period.
• Experience with servicing and maintaining central A/C systems (chilled water & refrigerant), heat pumps, hot water heating and steam heating systems, C/W systems and geo-thermal wells.
• Experience with electronic HVAC controls.
• Familiarity with the functions and operation of the centralized energy management System, preferably Niagara Management System.
• Physical ability to climb, kneel, stoop, walk and engage in heavy physical activities including exerting force equal to lifting seventy-five (75) pounds in performance of job-related tasks.
• Ability to climb ladders with tools and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work at heights of up to fifty (50) feet.
• Ability to work in physically restricted areas and to work in confined space for extended periods.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Skills pertinent to positive human relationships with the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff members and community in a multicultural setting.
• Above average attendance and work performance.
• Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Ability to meet District's insurability requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of personal computer, Microsoft Office software, including electronic work order software preferred.
• Ability to pass functional assessment of physical abilities.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Purchases materials as required.
• Repair or replace piping of various materials and sizes (steel, copper, PVC)
• Repair or replace circulating pumps, pneumatic compressors, steam traps, strainers, filters, pneumatic valves, hot water and steam coils, tube bundles, portable air conditioners, heat pumps, safety devices, airline driers, and deteriorated gaskets as necessary.
• Diagnose and adjust or replace defective sub-assemblies on components such as variable speed fan drives, digital control panels, pneumatic-electric humidistats, thermostats, transmitters, and pressure sensors and gauges.
• Diagnose and correct problems evolving from the interface of environmental control systems and facility HVAC systems.
• Repair window and central air conditioning units (both chilled water and refrigerant cooled) and heat pumps.
• Weld piping as necessary.
• Experience with servicing and maintaining gas fired heating equipment-Boiler burners, roof top units, make up air units and residential type furnaces.
• Repair gas leaks.
• Set up and remove scaffolding and able to operate aerial lifts as needed.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a preventative and general building maintenance prioritization plan.
• Complete trade-related tasks assigned by Foreman and/or Maintenance Manager.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with the public and with school personnel.
• Maintain positive working relationship with fellow employees.
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