Community College of Philadelphia Hiring for HVAC Technician I at Pennsylvania, United States Full Time

General Description

The HVAC Technician I performs basic level work in the maintenance
of the College’s HVAC systems. Primary responsibilities include the
cleaning, greasing, and replacing of belts and filters; and
recording and reporting time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or
other unusual occurrences. The HVAC Technician I accompanies
skilled HVAC technicians in system repairs; ensures tools and
materials are available at the job sites; and assists in performing
chemical testing and treatment of boiler feed water. This position
assists with monitoring and maintaining high-pressure boilers, and
responds appropriately to emergencies; escalating issues to the
appropriate parties as needed.

Specific Responsibilities

• Performs basic level work in the maintenance of the College’s
HVAC systems; including the cleaning, greasing, and replacement of
belts, fans and filters.

• Accompanies HVAC Technicians II and III in responding to system
repairs under variable job conditions and provides assistance as
directed.

• Assists skilled technicians with maintaining and repairing HVAC
equipment and components based on manufacturer recommendations,
i.e. valves, motors, belts, bearings, filters, and
lubrication.

• Performs basics of equipment management controls to start, stop,
seek status or change conditions on HVAC systems via
computer.

• Assists skilled technicians with maintaining compressors,
condensers, etc. on split system, a self-contained conditioning
system, and large fans.

• Maintains and secures a spare parts inventory.

• Recommends purchasing maintenance equipment and supplies as
required to improve processes and efficiencies.

• Makes basic repairs and assists with maintaining the
institutional heating plant.

• Makes basic repairs and assists with maintaining cooling towers,
chillers, condenser/chiller water pumps and refrigeration
equipment.

• Makes basic repairs and assists with maintaining VAV systems,
diffusers, thermostats and heating coils.

• Under the guidance of skilled technicians, assists with
institutional renovation HVAC projects, as directed by the
supervisor.

• Assists in the maintenance and repair of pneumatic and electrical
control equipment and instruments.

• Assists with monitoring and maintaining high pressure boilers;
and assists skilled technicians in performing the chemical testing
and treatment of boiler feed water.

• Records and reports time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or
other unusual occurrences on work orders.

• Maintains knowledge of all HVAC equipment and locations.

• Travels to the College’s regional centers to support routine
maintenance repair requests, and various other projects, as
needed.

• Delivers parts and materials to various sites around campus and
at the College’s regional locations.

• Complies with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures,
such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work
area.

• Delivers quality customer services to both internal and external
constituents in a professional, helpful and courteous manner.

• Communicates emergency situations promptly to the Facilities
leadership team and update the status of work orders in the
department’s work order system.

• Maintains sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse
environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Apprenticeship and/or completion of technical training in HVAC
required.

• Ability to keep up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge
to the duties of the position.

• Ability to follow instructions with accuracy.

• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in the
trade required.

• Ability to monitor and review information from materials, events,
or the environment, to detect or assess HVAC basic problems.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize
effectively and focus on completion of tasks.

• Ability to work in inclement weather; any assigned shift
including weekends, night and holidays required.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history
required.

• Ability to demonstrate initiative, be self-directed and work for
periods of time without supervision required.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• The ability to perform physical activities such as lifting,
balancing, walking, stooping and handling work related materials
and tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional work experience maintaining HVAC systems
preferred.

Work Location
Main Campus

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested persons should complete an online application

Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED

Names and contact information of 3 professional references
OPTIONAL

Review of applications will continue until the position is
filled.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community
College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from
individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Salary Grade or Rank
6

Salary Range
$18.66 – $29.97

Job Posting Open Date
09/21/2022

Type of Position
Classified

Employment Status
Full-Time

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • HBCU Career Center
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Al Dia DIVERSECity Career Fair
   • Neighborhood Job Fair & Resource Village (Temple
     University)
   • Other
2. * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note
   the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter
   N/A.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • No Response
   • High School/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor’s Degree
   • Master’s Degree
   • Doctorate
   • Other
4. * Have you completed an apprenticeship and/or technical
   training in HVAC?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have professional work experience maintaining HVAC
   systems?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have the ability to work in inclement weather, any
   assigned shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have a current and valid driver’s license?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References

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