Journey HVAC

Work Calendar: 242

FTE: 1.0 (40 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Contract

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Reports To: Administrative Designee

Wage Range: $66,161 to $73,817 annually

Salary Schedule/Lane: 68/G

Benefits: Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 04/01/2025

Priority Screen Date: 03/17/2025

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Positions Available: 1       

Position Open Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY

The Journey HVAC plays a key role in ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, (HVAC) and refrigeration systems. This role involves performing diagnostic inspections, identifying faults, and executing necessary repairs or equipment replacements to ensure optimal system functionality. The technician will also provide guidance and training on the proper usage and maintenance of HVAC equipment to both staff and end-users. Additionally, the position requires managing inventory to ensure the timely availability of materials and parts, and ensuring all work is completed in compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and manufacturer specifications.

To be successful in this role, the technician must have strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently, and demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.  Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Journey HVAC certification or completion of HVAC technical training education/apprenticeship program
3. Four (4) years of job-related experience
4. Knowledge and understanding blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
5. Experience and ability to use hand tools and power tools
6. Speak, read, write, present professionally, analyze, understand, and interpret written and verbal communications in English
7. Basic experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), and experience using data-based software
8. Utah driver’s license and evidence of insurability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

These are examples of skills and experience that the best-qualified candidates may have.  Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration.

1. Experience with industry-standard HVAC tools, including electrical meters, torches, diagnostic equipment, refrigerant recovery, and vacuum pumps
2. Four (4) years working as a Journey HVAC
3. EPA 608 Universal Certification
4. Rocky Mountain Gas Association - RMGA Certification

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform diagnostics, repairs, and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, (HVAC), and refrigeration, and other support systems; evaluate equipment malfunctions and determine necessary repairs or replacements
2. Conduct repairs and maintenance on various systems, including but not limited to chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handlers, rooftop units, refrigeration units, and digital control systems to ensure optimal functionality, safety, and operational efficiency
3. Perform routine equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and safety checks to ensure that items are available, in safe working condition, and complying with legal mandates 
4. Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns
5. Coordinate with administration and other trades to complete projects and work orders in an efficient and timely manner
6. Complete work in accordance with federal, state, and local codes, manufacturer's recommendations, and generally accepted HVAC and refrigeration principles 
7. Prepare and maintain documentation, including refrigerant tracking records, chiller logs, and other relevant reports, to ensure accurate record-keeping and information dissemination
8. Ensures the availability of equipment diagrams and service manuals for diagnostic purposes and reports any modifications, upgrades or updates as necessary 
9. Transport various items (e.g., tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) to job sites to ensure the availability of materials required 
10. Maintain vehicle and tools in safe operating condition, and stock equipment and supplies to maintain and track adequate inventory levels to ensure availability
11. Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees, colleagues, and stakeholders
12. Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars as assigned to convey or gather information required to perform job functions
13. Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information and meeting deadlines
14. Support a team environment by collaborating with one's own and other work units to effectively perform job duties
15. Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
16. As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 50 pounds
17. Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
18. Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity.  Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 5% crawling tunnels, 40% walking, and 50% standing.  The job is performed under temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury or illness and may respond to district emergencies during irregular hours.

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services – Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340 You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.

Salary : $66,161 - $73,817