HVAC Technician

Salary: $5,623.00 - $7,115.00 Monthly

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 202210052

Closing:

10/18/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced, CA

Department:

Range 30

40 hours/week12 months/yearInterview dates to be determined

Merced College is a midsized community college located in California's Central Valley. Founded in 1962, the college serves more than 16,000 students, with room to expand on its 267-acre main campus and 120-acre Los Banos site, as well as at our innovative Business Resource Center in Downtown Merced. The City of Merced, incorporated in 1889, offers historical sites, affordable housing and access to the Bay Area and Sacramento. Merced is known as the Gateway to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada mountains, and is home to the University of California's newest campus, UC Merced. Our tree-shaded, growing community of just over 80,000 includes multiple biking and walking trails as well as access to several lakes — large and small — throughout the county.

The HVAC Technician is involved in the evaluation, operations, maintenance and repair of the District's heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This position involves tasks such as operating the District's energy management computer system (EMS), inspecting HVAC equipment, mechanical and plumbing operations related to heating and cooling, and maintaining cooling towers. The HVAC Technician also works with and assists a dedicated team of other skilled trades that include Carpenters, Electricians, and general Maintenance Technicians. The HVAC Technician is a valuable member of Merced College's Capital Projects and Facilities Department and holds a critical role in maintaining a safe and innovative environment for our staff and students. We are looking for someone to join our team that is willing to embrace ever changing challenges and remove obstacles for student success. This position is for an individual who possesses novel solutions and a "get it done" attitude. No two days are alike! The Capital Projects and Facilities Department invites you to apply to join our team!

Merced College Vision

Merced College will provide transformative and empowering educational experiences to meet student and community needs.

Merced College Mission

Growing our community through education and workforce training:

• lifelong learning

• basic skills

• career technical education

• transfer

• degree/certificate programs

Ensuring student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, institutional effectiveness, and student achievement.

General Description:

Under general supervision, to perform journeyman level work in the evaluation, operation, maintenance and repair of the District's heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; and to do related work as required.

Examples of Duties

Representative Duties:

• Evaluates, operates, maintains and repairs District HVAC equipment

• Inspects HVAC equipment, checks pressures and determines if components are functioning properly

• Makes equipment changes as necessary for the proper operation of heating and cooling systems

• Performs other necessary mechanical and plumbing operations related to heating and cooling

• Maintains cooling towers and water treatment

• Maintains and repairs EMS controls and related equipment

• Balances rooms for proper air flows where changes in interior structure upset original balance design or to meet the demands of occupants

• Operates energy management computer system run time for equipment

• Recommends the use of District contractors for purposes of remodeling and installation of HVAC equipment and systems, and assists contractors in the execution of such work

• Maintains records

• Orders and maintains stock inventory

• Prepares reports

• Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

• Tools, techniques, and theory of HVAC systems and equipment

• Laws affecting the use and operation of HVAC systems

• Maintenance and operation of commercial chillers and boilers

Ability to:

• Prepare and interpret plans and specifications

• Perform cost estimates for remodeling and overhaul of HVAC systems

• Maintain records

• Follow oral and written directions

• Work cooperatively with others

• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High school diploma OR GED AND Journeyman-level professional training AND four (4) years of applicable work experience

OR

• The equivalent education and experience

• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

License or Certificate

• Possession of valid California driver's license

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor work environment with regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors. There may be travel to different sites and incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Hazards:

• Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals

• Working on ladders

Physical:

• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation

• Ability to read printed matter and computer screens

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time

• Ability to bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull

• Ability to lift 60 pounds

• Ability to carry 60 pounds

• Ability to reach in all directions

• Ability to work at heights

• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder

• Ability to work in the elements (extreme temperatures)

Vision:

See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing:

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

• Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)

• Resume

• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)

If Applicable:

• Legible unofficial college transcripts; transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired

• Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization per the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/

• Equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency). http://www.mccd.edu/offices/hr/jobs/eqforms.html

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:

Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews may be scheduled onsite or via Zoom. Applicants are required to ensure access to the necessary technology to participate in a Zoom interview and will be responsible for their travel expenses, if necessary.

Employee Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our https://www.mccd.edu/offices/hr/benefits/index.html for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. Merced College does not sponsor visas. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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