HVAC Specialist
Job Description:
Salt Lake County…A career with a purpose in the community you love!
Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.
What it is like to work here:
At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.
Surround yourself with:
Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community.Community is more than a place….its our heart and service that bring us together.
We encourage a work life balance:
Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year.
Additional Benefits include:
- Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
- Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
- Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
- 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
- Professional Development
- Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.
JOB SUMMARY
Performs technical and general maintenance, service, troubleshooting, repair, and installation on HVAC equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Five (5) years of experience with HVAC maintenance of which four (4) years must have been in service and repair.
- Graduation from a recognized HVAC training program is preferred.
- Must possess a current EPA Universal refrigerant certification at time of hire.
- Must possess a current Rocky Mountain Gas Association (RMGA) certification at time of hire.
- A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah shall be required at the time of hire.
- Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
- Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.
- Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance on commercial air conditioning and multi-zoned heating and cooling systems that incorporate pneumatic, digital, and central energy management system
- Develops heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system modification
- Researches and selects materials for HVAC systems installation, repair, and
- Monitors and inspects HVAC systems and
- Installs heating and air conditioning equipment and
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental
- Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies, materials, tools, and equipment to accomplish work
- Responds to emergency situations during non-regular work
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Heat transfer science including gas laws as they apply to refrigerants, combustion, and air flow
- Best practices in servicing, repairing, or installing assigned equipment and facilities
- Electrical, plumbing, ductwork, and other related systems
- Applicable codes and standards
- Safety regulations and best practices
- Read and interpret prints and wiring diagrams
- Use tools common to the HVAC trade such as electrical meters, torches, diagnostic equipment, and power tools
- Prioritize, work independently, and foster teamwork
- Perform effective and efficient maintenance and repair for assigned equipment
- Apply applicable codes and standards such as EPA regulations and ASHARE guidelines
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires regular extensive physical labor including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying objects 50 pounds and over, kneeling, bending, standing, walking, and climbing ladders. Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces, in hot or cold environments such as roof tops or equipment rooms, and in noisy environments.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION:
***This position is subject to being called to work prior to or after the scheduled shift. Must be available for 24 hour call out when needed***