Sr HVAC Technician

Senior HVAC Technician- On-site, Cary, North Carolina

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About the job

The SAS Facilities Team is looking for a Senior HVAC Technician to complete assigned Facilities HVAC/R Commercial equipment maintenance and repair service tasks received from an automated system or as directly communicated. This person will work independently or assist other technicians in recognizing operational issues, performing diagnostics and implementing repairs on various types complex Commercial Mechanical HVAC and Refrigeration systems and components.

As a Sr. HVAC Technician, you will:

• Carries out assignments for Service Repair of a variety of Commercial HVAC/R Equipment to include; Cooling Towers, Chillers, Gas Fired Boilers, Split System Heat Pumps, Rooftop Package Units, VAVs, Air handlers, Intake/Exhaust Fans, Fresh air systems and associated controls components using hand tools, refrigerant leak detectors, oxygen/acetylene torches, vacuum pumps, refrigerant gauges and electrical test equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of a large variety of commercial systems such as; replacement of air filters, cleaning of coils, testing operations, equipment inspections, greasing of chassis parts, belt replacements/adjustments, refrigerant charge adjustments, vent cleaning and airflow adjustments
• Monitors and completes all assigned customer service requests from campus employees such as Hot/Cold calls, issue reports, indoor air quality issues and airflow adjustments requiring the use of a building management system, hand test tools and excellent customer interaction skills.
• Performs Hot work, leak repairs and major sealed system component replacements using Oxygen/Acetylene torches and submits for hot work permits as needed.
• Oversee contracted vendors performing routine maintenance type work, contracted repairs and major HVAC/R equipment replacement projects to assure all work is performed properly and records maintained.
• Follows all safety guidelines and standards of National Mechanical/Gas and NEC Codes while adhering to OSHA and NFPA70E Electrical Safety Standards.
• May perform scheduled inspections, service repairs and maintenance for swimming pool pumps, environmental control equipment, piping, filter systems, boilers and associated equipment in a Natatorium facility.
• May be required to assist other Facilities departments if need arise
• Orders supplies for any assigned projects
• May be required to be on-call on a rotational basis
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Takes ownership of building assignments and implements actions to solve operational issues with equipment
• Effective at troubleshooting equipment operational problems
• Performs other duties as assigne
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Required qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in Commercial HVAC/R mechanical service, maintenance, and repair with excellent knowledge and experience working with 3 phase 208v/480v and single phase HVAC/R systems.
• Type II refrigeration handling certification. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) designation for Pool Operations positions only, or successful completion of the training course within twelve months.
• Excellent knowledge of regulations and guidelines concerning HVAC equipment
• Excellent knowledge of effective building maintenance programs and repairs
• Understands and has knowledge of electrical test equipment
• Excellent reading, writing and basic arithmetic skills required
• Valid driver's license in appropriate state required
• Proficient with ability to use Oxygen/Acetylene torches for installation and repair of seal refrigeration lines and components
• Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Additional competencies, knowledge and skills

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful
• Authenticity: Gaining other people’s trust by demonstrating openness and honesty, behaving consistently, and acting in accordance with moral, ethical, professional, and organizational guidelines.
• Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical, functional, and/or professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; leveraging expert knowledge to accomplish results

World-class benefits  

Highlights include...

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
• Medical plan options include:
  • PPO with low annual deductible and copays.
  • HDHP combined with a health savings account with a contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
• Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) that’s free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan. There's a pharmacy too! Not local to HQ? The pharmacy will ship prescriptions for no additional charge!
• An industry-leading 401k plan.
• Tuition Assistance Program and programs and resources to support your development
• Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and our much-loved U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

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Additional Information:

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