Air Conditioning Technician

This is a full-time position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to use advanced knowledge and experience to perform preventative, routine and specialized maintenance duties involving troubleshooting, repair, and/or installation of all Heating/Cooling, Refrigeration, and Ventilation and building management equipment at all County government facilities; and supervise in the absence of the supervisor. The work is performed under the supervision of the HVAC supervisor.

• Performs a variety of preventive maintenance troubleshoots, repairs and installs HVAC, boiler systems and Refrigeration equipment as well as building systems and controls. Uses a variety of specialized equipment for these systems.
• Diagnoses and monitors building systems operations. Troubleshoot diagnostic from heat pumps, rooftops units, boilers, chillers and cooling towers, CAV’s, VAV’s and commercial self-contained units as send from building management system and recommends repairs or replacement.
• Acts in a lead capacity in the absence of supervisor and carries out special projects requiring advanced skill and understanding. Provides technical advice and direction to less experienced personnel.
• Evaluates special projects, estimates material costs, monitors part supply, inventories, and orders as authorized.
• Participates in project planning, design, and fabrication of various items for county facilities.
• Uses a variety of testing equipment, such as volt/ohm electrical meters, ammeter, refrigerant gauges, leak detectors, psychrometers, manometers, and pneumatic.
• Uses refrigerant recovery machines, scales and charging systems per EPA requirements. Conducts refrigerant repairs, removal of refrigerant according to EPA regulations, popping and brazing, leak check, installation and charge.
• Analyses chemical treatment of all closed/open, hot/chilled water loops and makes adjustments as required per system, while adhering to all governmental regulations.
• Monitors, operates, trouble shoots and repairs building management computer systems and components.
• References existing schematics, wiring/pneumatic diagrams, blue prints/technical manuals and researches technical references materials when necessary.
• Operates grinders, welders and gas cutting/soldering torches to perform metal fabrication tasks.
• Installations electrical wiring/piping of load and control circuits of all voltages.
• Calibrating pneumatics systems and operational controls.
• Installations and adjustments ducts and dampers of various material types.
• Installations and aligns pumps, motors, belts, pulleys, and sheaves.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs electronic, pneumatic, computerized equipment and controls.
• Documents complete work on maintenance cards, detailing observation, action and recommendations. Use of good oral and written communication skills.
• This position is part of an On-Call rotation among HVAC staff. Will be required to report to work as needed, outside of normal business hours.
• May be required to perform all general building systems maintenance/repairs, and other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, snow removal, carpentry, installing troubleshooting and repairing equipment fixtures, computer equipment, doors and locks. Use a variety of tools and equipment to perform these duties.
• Applications MUST be submitted through county website to be considered.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• 2-year degree certificate from vocational/technical training in H.V.A.C. from an accredited school required.
• Associates degree preferred.

Certifications

• Certified universal by the EPA in the handling of refrigerants.
• Certified universal by the EPA in the handling of refrigerants.

Job Experience

• 10-12 years of building maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 10 years commercial HVAC service and maintenance experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of building management computer systems required.
• Trane Tracer SC/ Ensemble experience required.
• Individuals with building access to areas with confidential data such as MULES/REJIS databases used in law enforcement is required to successfully pass a fingerprint background check and drug test and maintain a clear record throughout employment.

An equal combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered.

TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted through the St. Charles County website at-- sccmo.org > JOBS--.We do not accept faxed, e-mailed, or print applications.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or until a sufficient number of applications is received.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free work place. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions. Employment is contingent on successfully passing all appropriate background checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,353.54 - $74,973.34 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,354 - $74,973