HVAC Technician I

Position Summary

The HVAC I position is responsible for assisting with the daily operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the Institute’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related building equipment. Working under the direction of the Building and Projects Manager, this position performs routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs to help ensure building systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

This position also supports the maintenance of associated mechanical systems, including building controls, plumbing, and geothermal water systems. This position works collaboratively with the Facilities team to identify and address equipment issues, respond to maintenance needs, and maintain a safe, comfortable, and properly functioning environment for visitors and staff.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Perform maintenance, diagnosis, repair and alteration of heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, control devices and related equipment to assure maximum operation efficiency.
• Perform regular inspections of the Institute’s building HVAC and infrastructure support systems to identify problems and schedule appropriate corrective action as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance to various building operating systems such as HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the computerized “Building Management System” including running scheduled diagnostic system checks. Perform corrective measures as required.
• Maintain all tools and equipment to ensure proper and safe working order.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations for fuels, refrigerants and hazardous materials in addition to following general safety rules, regulations and practices.
• May work as a team with grounds and facilities staffs for special events.
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to buildings including to roof drains, windows, interior and exterior finishes, wells, woodwork, etc.
• Participate in on-call system, which includes an on-call week out of every five weeks, and requires living within a one-hour drive of the Clark.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, and Skills

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.

Work Experience

• Three or more years of experience as an HVAC technician or similar position, or equivalence in education preferred.
• Understanding of principles of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating.
• Working knowledge of boiler systems.
• Proficient in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols.
• Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands:
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements continuously:
    • Lifting under 40 lbs
    • Standing
    • Walking on uneven surfaces
    • Climbing stairs
    • Bending
    • Simple hand grasping
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements frequently:
    • Lifting over 40 lbs
    • Using oil or chemicals
    • Climbing ladders
    • Stooping
    • Walking on wet or slippery surfaces
    • Reaching

• Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office environment, museum spaces, mechanical spaces, and the outdoors. The noise level ranges from low to high. The environment is frequently dusty, and there is exposure to fumes and hot and cold temperatures. Work sometimes needs to be performed in confined spaces.