HVAC/R Technician

1. Performs repairs, routine servicing and operations of HVAC systems to ensure efficient operation; operates, programs, and maintains the energy management system in order to control room temperatures for District facilities. 2. Conducts regular preventive maintenance inspections, services and repairs of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating and air-conditioning, units, fan-coil units, including gas, electric and pneumatic operated heating and air conditioning equipment and systems; performs necessary adjustments or repairs; and services and repairs evaporative coolers. 3. Programs, repairs, maintains, and operates HVAC control systems, HVAC system components and/or equipment, and Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems and related modules; utilizes desktop and handheld computer to diagnose and program systems. 4. Performs skilled electrical maintenance work in the connection, repair, installation, and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors, and wiring systems as needed. 5. Troubleshoots gas and electric heating systems; installs natural gas lines and inspects for leaks. 6. Inspects, repairs, modifies, and installs HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, evaporators, forced air units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves. 7. Tests and examines chilled water and water tower operations and boiler as necessary, observing meter and pressure gauges. 8. Installs, inspects, and repairs or replaces defective parts in HVAC units and equipment and their controls. 9. Lubricates and packs heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air conditioning motors, pumps, fans, bearings, and other equipment. 10. Operates a variety of hand and power tools, solder /brazing equipment, vacuum pump, freon recovery equipment, and other test and repair equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintains equipment in effective and safe working condition. 11. Diagnoses HVAC/R mechanical and electrical problems; repairs or replaces defective or malfunctioning parts in units, equipment, and controls; installs, rebuilds, replaces, or repairs fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets, and other equipment as necessary. 12. Researches and evaluates products for best sources; recommends the purchase of selected parts, materials, and equipment; assists in labor and material estimations for projects; prepares and maintains work orders, records, and reports related to work performed. 13. Performs other duties related to the primary job duties.

Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of HVAC systems, refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, and plumbing.
• Tools Proficiency: Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., voltmeters, pressure gauges).