HVAC Tech I

The HVAC Technician I installs, operates and maintains the organization’s heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The HVAC Technician I is responsible for identifying repair and/or replacement needs, then completing installations and repairs. This position also conducts preventative maintenance and upgrades for HVAC systems and equipment. The HVAC Technician I assists associates within and outside of their trade.

This position is located at St. Vincent's Riverside-Jacksonville, FL.

Maintaining HVAC systems – 80%

• Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on all heating, air conditioning, ice making, refrigeration, and ventilation systems.
• Maintains and applies current knowledge of steam distribution, piping, valves, chilled and hot water reheat systems and Pressure Reducing Value (PRV) operation.
• Inspects HVAC systems and their components (e.g. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.) for evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.
• Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Maintains knowledge of departmental equipment procedures for power outages.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
• Maintains vehicle, tools and equipment for ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
• May coordinate, maintain and repair all energy management systems.

Special Projects – 20%

• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

Must have one or more of the following:

• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of trade school.
• 2 years’ relevant experience.
• EPA license (level l).
• Other equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.

Competencies:

• Critical thinking skills.
• Decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a stressful environment.
• Review and interpret highly technical information.
• Write technical materials.
• Speak persuasively to implement desired actions.
• Ability to solve practical problems.

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  Monitor indoor air equipment and interpret resulting data.
• Understand standards for design and construction.
• Understand and interpret air conditioning and heating codes.
• Understand hazards and safety precautions.
• Work in refrigerant handling and disposal.