HVAC Controls System Technician Position Available In Rockingham, New Hampshire

HVAC Controls System Technician

Job Category:

FM-Mechanical Services

Requisition Number:

HVACC003173

ing Details
ed: April 9, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
Showing 1 location
Phillips Exeter Academy
20 Main St
Exeter, NH 03833, USA
Job Details
Description
Eligible for $500 Sign-on Bonus

TITLE:

HVAC Controls Systems Technician

REPORTS TO

Mechanical Services Supervisor

SCHEDULE

Full-time, 40 hours/wk. On-Call 1 week approximately every 7 weeks. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs.
Pay Group
Type
Status
Fiscal Year Weeks
Class
Department
Location
Bi-Weekly (Hourly)
Regular
Full-Time
Full year (52 weeks)
Staff
Facilities Management
On-campus

REVISION DATE

July 8, 2024
Position Purpose
Contributes to the mechanical services team which includes the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing shop operations with an emphasis in HVAC by maintaining, repairing, and installing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment, ensuring effective and efficient operations.
Job Responsibilities
Read, write and modify Building Automation Software (BAS) Sequence of Operations code and use the BAS digital logic controls to make changes to equipment operation, building schedules, software programming, creating historical logs/trends in addition to make changes at the application and equipment level.
Perform daily system checks and operation of several software applications for building control systems.
Monitor and control and maintain HVAC equipment.
Strategize/implement energy saving practices on campus in addition to using BAS for troubleshooting, diagnosing and evaluating needed repairs of mechanical equipment.
Perform skilled preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and BAS control network.
Inspect, install, operate, repair, modify and test digital, electrical, mechanical, and electronic control equipment related to heating, air conditioning, fume hood, steam distribution and exhaust systems.
Respond to and address urgent mechanical system repair issues on both HVAC and plumbing equipment.
Maintain safe working conditions on the job and in the shop.
Required to be on-call in the event of an HVAC or plumbing emergency.
Perform other duties as assigned including support to Facilities Operations.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
A strict adherence to confidential policies is required.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously in addition to ability to work and support members on team and other departments
Knowledge of basic building codes.
Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.
May be required to handle hazardous materials in the work area.
Direct/Indirect Reports
None.
Position Requirements
Education
High school diploma or GED required.
Associates degree preferred, preferably in HVAC Technology or a related field.
Universal EPA Certification for handling all applicable refrigerants required
NH State Gas License required
Experience
A minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial/residential HVAC systems operations/maintenance and installation including direct experience with a computer based/ DDC controls and energy management programs required.
Firm knowledge of and experience with building automation controls similar to those currently in use within the Academy is preferred. (Schnieder Continuum/EcoStruxure; Siemens)
A working knowledge of mechanical operations and hands on HVAC maintenance, including electrical, electronic and pneumatic control equipment, steam and hydronic heating systems and air conditioning systems preferred.
Proficiency with computer applications required
Physical Requirements
Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and officers must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods of time, go up and down flights of steps, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift.
Ability to lift and transport a minimum of 50lbs without assistance.
Ability to withstand exposure to inclement weather (rain, snow, sleet, freezing temperatures, etc.).
Additional Requirements
Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years).
Clean Driving record (reviewed annually).
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as appropriate for the work assignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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