HVAC Specialist Senior viva - 3.8 Glendale, AZ Job Details $25 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Cost management Managing maintenance teams Machine maintenance record keeping Refrigeration system troubleshooting Computer operation Brazing equipment Communication with suppliers Troubleshooting schematics Staff supervision HVAC control system operation Cooling system parts Maintaining an organized workspace Refrigeration component replacement Air conditioning unit repair Sheet metal fabrication Customer service Team leadership Coaching Basic math Equipment installation Cutting Field engineering on-site equipment repair System design Filing Routine inspections Detailed cost estimating Research Facility energy management HVAC ductwork fabrication Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Leads and oversees HVAC Specialists and other workers in the maintenance of buildings and Central Plants and/or auxiliary plants and performs journey-level and specialized HVAC work in the installation, repair, maintenance and operation of ventilation, refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning equipment and energy management systems.

SCOPE/DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is distinguished from the HVAC Specialist in that it provides lead oversight for other workers in addition to performing the most difficult and complex technical HVAC work. The HVAC Specialist Senior assigns and reviews the work of HVAC Specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

This class specification represents core areas of responsibility; specific position assignments and duties will vary depending on the needs of the department. The essential duties listed below are intended to be descriptive in nature and not intended to reflect all duties performed by this classification or all duties performed by every assignment within the classification. Provides lead oversight for HVAC Specialists and other workers in the maintenance of buildings and plants Performs journey-level and specialized installation, maintenance, and repairs of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment Participates in designing plans for new equipment and systems installations; develops heating and air conditioning specifications and diagrams Operates a centrally-operated, computerized energy management system; modifies parameters through software to control heating and air conditioning equipment; installs energy management hardware to control HVAC systems and equipment Ensures proper adjustments and parameter modifications needed to keep the central plant operating and staging properly for longer equipment longevity expectancy and optimal operation and energy management Maintains and keeps track of HVAC equipment maintenance scheduling in a computerized system, and maintains updated logs of services performed on equipment Provides technical support to HVAC Specialist for complicated diagnostic and repairs made to HVAC equipment and energy management systems Participates in HVAC system upgrades, maintains equipment replacement and/or add-ons Researches and recommends appropriate and right capacity equipment as per existing equipment and site needs Provides training to HVAC Specialists on servicing, maintaining, and operating the central plants, including all chillers, HVAC units and sophisticated controls including monitoring software and tools Troubleshoots live high voltage control circuits and systems on chillers and air conditioning systems that are interfaced with energy management systems to diagnose for damaged or worn-out components; repairs or replaces parts Operates a wide range of tools and testing devices to locate technical problems with HVAC equipment and energy management systems, including circuit cards and computer software Prepares tubing, piping, joints and fittings for new installations or equipment repairs Cuts, threads, reams, bends, and joins tubing and/or pipe by welding and brazing Operates welding and brazing equipment to join pipes and tubing Conducts work in the field and in confined small and tight crawl spaces Performs general electrical repairs pertaining to HVAC equipment Installs and adjusts switches, gauges, pneumatic thermostats, valves, and controllers Lubricates, cleans, and adjusts HVAC equipment; Changes air filters, cleans strainers, descales tubing, and services and maintains compressors Replaces and repairs compressors, motors, fans, valves, thermometers and belts on HVAC equipment Conducts inspections of systems for leaks, abnormal noise, and electrical defects; reviews testing to determine required repairs Performs HVAC equipment installations including air ducts, evaporative coolers, diffusers, condensers, controls and other parts related to HVAC systems Performs maintenance and repairs on air handlers, pumps and other related equipment Provides assistance and oversight with construction projects affecting HVAC equipment or systems Performs and oversees preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns Works from diagrams, blueprints, layouts, work orders, verbal instructions, or other specifications to install, troubleshoot, and test HVAC systems Plans and estimates costs for projects, and communicates with outside vendors, manufacturers and other personnel to requisition and purchase HVAC materials and supplies Adheres to and complies with common HVAC related codes and standards while installing, maintaining and/or repairing HVAC systems and related equipment Maintains tools, equipment and work site in a clean and safe working condition Reports technical issues and problems to the assigned supervisor Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF

Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others Principles of electrical system design Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work Standard practices, methods and materials of HVAC maintenance trade Centrally operated, computerized energy management systems and equipment Computer programs related to HVAC and energy management systems Proper operation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment and energy management systems HVAC and electrical plans, symbols, blueprints, and schematics Refrigerant recovery and transition Refrigeration, pipefitting, sheet metal, water treatment, and energy management Guidelines for deferred maintenance schedule of equipment Proper HVAC repair procedures and safety practices while working with electrical equipment Business math concepts Filing and record-keeping principles Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices High and low voltage circuits and components Uses and properties of supplies and equipment Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations Customer service principles Tools, materials, methods, and terminology used in the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment Modern office technology

SKILL IN

Training and coaching staff Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed Performing journey-level HVAC equipment installation, maintenance and repairs Providing direction to others in order to meet standards Providing attention to detail in assignments Working from sketches, drawings, and blueprints Following oral and written directions and meeting standards Troubleshooting problems and adopting an effective course of action to remedy the issue Troubleshooting high voltage circuits and components Estimating the scope and cost of work assignments and selecting the appropriate tools and equipment Business math computations Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance Operating and maintaining assigned tools and equipment Organizing tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing competing demands Preparing, organizing and maintaining records and files Providing direction to others on the safe and correct operation of tools and equipment Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards Providing customer service with transparency, empathy, and respect Cultural competency and the ability to interact with persons of diverse backgrounds Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience performing HVAC work equivalent to journey-level. OR An Associate's degree or certificate in an HVAC discipline, or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution or a recognized HVAC vocational program and three (3) years of work experience related to the described duties of this position. OR High School Diploma or GED and the successful completion of a recognized four (4) year HVAC apprenticeship program and one (1) year of work experience related to the described duties of this position. OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Notes:

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status