The HVAC Maintenance Technician a 12-month general staff position that is responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of campus heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation. This position performs preventative and corrective maintenance on boilers, air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, and associated mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration components. The HVAC Maintenance Technician works collaboratively with the lead HVAC technician and maintenance staff, utilizes building automation systems, and maintains organized work areas and service vehicles. This role requires strong diagnostic skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety while working in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Class II or Universal Refrigerant Reclaim License required
- Experience in preventative maintenance of boilers and chillers
- Training and experience with air cooled and water cooled chillers (2 to 100 tons) a plus
- Training and experience using building automation control software a plus
- Must have diagnostic skills utilizing knowledge of mechanical, electrical and refrigeration theory
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment. Service HVAC units, repair leaks, and address other deficiencies as assigned by work orders.
- Perform scheduled maintenance inspections, adjustments, filter changes, motor greasing, coil cleaning belt adjustments, clean and calibrate various systems to assure proper system operation
- Perform routine maintenance work including filter changes and coil cleaning.
- Repair wiring and electronic components associated with automated building management systems.
- Replace expansion valves, compressors, motors, coil units and other components
- Diagnose equipment, obtain and install repair parts.
- Respond to work orders as directed to mitigate malfunctioning HVAC systems. Diagnose equipment, obtain and install repair parts. Assist with installation of new systems or components.
- Perform routine maintenance work including filter changes, motor greasing, coil cleaning belt adjustments and any other duties as assigned.
- Assist lead HVAC technician with all required duties.
- Keep shop and employee trucks stocked and orderly.
- Respond to after hour calls when required.
- Attend daily crew and safety meetings.
- Adhere to all health and safety precautions.
- Maintain a professional work environment, abiding by NWCC rules and policies.
- Any and all other duties in the areas of the physical plant construction, maintenance, grounds, etc. as assigned by the Assistant Director, and/ or Director of the College Construction and Maintenance.
REQUIRED, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Must be able to read, interpret, and follow construction drawings and follow verbal instructions related to construction
- Problem-solving skills, organization skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize daily emergencies, plan long term project timelines, and communicate decisions clearly and effectively in a timely manner.
- Must have and maintain the physical ability, positive attitude and skills to be self-directed in the process of completing minor work orders.
- Experience in preventative maintenance of boilers and chillers
- Perform work with air cooled and water cooled chillers (2 to 100 tons) and using building automation control software.
- Must have diagnostic skills utilizing knowledge of mechanical, electrical and refrigeration theory.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact tactfully and courteously around students, faculty, staff, and the public.
- Ability to collaborate with others and work effectively as part of a team.
PHYSICAL DEAMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to lift 75 pounds, continuous walking, climb and work from ladder/ lift.
- Overhead work is required.
- Ability to continuously walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat.
- Must be able to work in all outdoor seasonal conditions
- Must be able to respond to after hour calls.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, please submit and attach the following:
- Online application at www.northwestms.edu
- Resume
- Three (3) Professional References (Name, Phone Number, and Email)
Company
Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.”
Accreditation
Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address [email protected]; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address [email protected]; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address [email protected] or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email [email protected].
Safety Statement
The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.
Background Check Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.