What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Senior Technician position at City of Monterey?
ABOUT THE POSITION: The HVAC Senior Technician position is a full-time position located at the Presidio of Monterey. The facility contains numerous buildings with various HVAC systems, all of which serve critical functions. This position will require a strong professional background in troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining a variety of complex HVAC systems, including large commercial systems and chillers. The successful candidate will need to possess strong technical HVAC skills as well as supervisory, project management, customer service and record keeping ability. Current possession of Section 608Technician Certification is preferred. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a military background check.
ABOUT THE CITY OF MONTEREY: Nestled along California's Central Coast, the City of Monterey is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, hospitality, and sense of community. The City of Monterey is a full-service charter city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. The City of Monterey is a full-service city that provides police, fire, public works, planning, recreation, and parks services and operates its conference center, sports center, parking, and marina facilities.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES: The City of Monterey offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees. Some of these benefits include a Health Spending Fund, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Vacation Accruals, Sick Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Education Incentive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement Programs, CalPERS Retirement, and more!
Application Process
A limited number of applicants who clearly show that they most closely meet the needs of this position in terms of training, experience, education, and other job-related characteristics will be accepted to participate in the selection process. This process will include evaluation and initial screening of the standard on-line City application to determine which candidates progress to the next phase of the recruitment process. The subsequent selection process may include a written test/written exercise, performance exercise, panel interview, and a final departmental interview. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a Live Scan fingerprint background check and reference check. Depending on the position, as a condition of employment, the selected candidate may also be required to pass a physical exam including a drug screen and a federal background check to gain access to military and police facilities and systems.
The Human Resources Department reserves the right to make changes to components of the examination process.
Candidates who successfully complete all phases of this recruitment process will be placed on an eligible list. The eligible list is active for 12-months and may be used to fill additional positions including lower-level positions, regular part-time, and part-time temporary seasonal, determined to have similar duties and requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Monterey provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Monterey does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, to lead and perform skilled work in the analysis of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) related problems, able to program control panels, understand repair and maintain air conditioning and refrigeration and maintain HVAC systems, such as boiler controllers, Johnson Controllers, air separators, expansion tanks and items such as pumps, furnaces and hot water heaters. Will lead and train maintenance crews in the maintenance and repair of all HVAC related work of City-owned or operated buildings, structures, and related facilities; and to do related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Any combination Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Experience: Minimum of Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in all HVAC, air conditioning and refrigeration related work as well as in general building maintenance and repair work, with at least One (1) years leading or supervising the work of others.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:
Must possess a valid California Driver’s License upon time of appointment and be insurable with the City’s standard insurance rate, unless otherwise approved by appointing authority.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Demands
Work is performed in the City harbor and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather; exposure to noise, dust, grease fumes, gases and potentially hazardous chemicals. Work is in and around moving vehicles and machinery. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays and be available for work on an emergency basis.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All City of Monterey employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
ABOUT THE CITY OF MONTEREY: Nestled along California's Central Coast, the City of Monterey is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, hospitality, and sense of community. The City of Monterey is a full-service charter city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. The City of Monterey is a full-service city that provides police, fire, public works, planning, recreation, and parks services and operates its conference center, sports center, parking, and marina facilities.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES: The City of Monterey offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees. Some of these benefits include a Health Spending Fund, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Vacation Accruals, Sick Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Education Incentive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement Programs, CalPERS Retirement, and more!
Application Process
A limited number of applicants who clearly show that they most closely meet the needs of this position in terms of training, experience, education, and other job-related characteristics will be accepted to participate in the selection process. This process will include evaluation and initial screening of the standard on-line City application to determine which candidates progress to the next phase of the recruitment process. The subsequent selection process may include a written test/written exercise, performance exercise, panel interview, and a final departmental interview. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a Live Scan fingerprint background check and reference check. Depending on the position, as a condition of employment, the selected candidate may also be required to pass a physical exam including a drug screen and a federal background check to gain access to military and police facilities and systems.
The Human Resources Department reserves the right to make changes to components of the examination process.
Candidates who successfully complete all phases of this recruitment process will be placed on an eligible list. The eligible list is active for 12-months and may be used to fill additional positions including lower-level positions, regular part-time, and part-time temporary seasonal, determined to have similar duties and requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Monterey provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Monterey does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, to lead and perform skilled work in the analysis of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) related problems, able to program control panels, understand repair and maintain air conditioning and refrigeration and maintain HVAC systems, such as boiler controllers, Johnson Controllers, air separators, expansion tanks and items such as pumps, furnaces and hot water heaters. Will lead and train maintenance crews in the maintenance and repair of all HVAC related work of City-owned or operated buildings, structures, and related facilities; and to do related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Leads and participates in the general and HVAC repairs on all City-owned or operated buildings;
- Repair and replace boilers and controllers, digital and electronic controls, install and monitor VAV and VAM box repair and adjust;
- Repair and adjust economizers and implement new HVAC technologies;
- Understand and implement with the assistance of others, Energy Efficient measures and systems;
- Able to perform the yearly combustion test and ensure the boiler log books are accurate;
- Responsible for the quality of the air filters;
- Recommend and perform corrective action for all Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning problems such as furnace repairs, hot water heaters, expansion tanks, air separators, program control panels and be able to measure air volume and perform temperature control adjustments, repair and where necessary replace air conditioning and refrigeration equipment;
- Install lights, switches and runs conduit;
- Lays tile floors; build forms, frames and shelves;
- Repairs furniture; prepares walls for plastering;
- Makes simple cabinets; installs water heaters, sinks, and lavatories;
- Installs copper lines and galvanized pipes; makes repair to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems;
- Installs and maintains roofing;
- Finishes concrete; paints interior and exterior of buildings; replace broken window glass and frames;
- Checks supply level and requisitions materials as required;
- Prepares cost estimates and maintenance plans;
- Cleans and maintains tools and equipment; drives pickup truck; performs duties on stand-by on a regularly scheduled basis;
- May act as a leadworker over a small crew; in absence of Facilities Maintenance Coordinator may supervise the work of Building Maintenance Craftsworkers and others assigned to Building Maintenance Projects.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Monterey and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff.
- Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
- Performs other job-related duties within the scope of this job classification as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Any combination Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Experience: Minimum of Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in all HVAC, air conditioning and refrigeration related work as well as in general building maintenance and repair work, with at least One (1) years leading or supervising the work of others.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:
Must possess a valid California Driver’s License upon time of appointment and be insurable with the City’s standard insurance rate, unless otherwise approved by appointing authority.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of:
- Computerized facility energy management systems such as Johnson Controls LON Systems
- Variety of boilers and pumps
- HVAC systems and variety of thermostats and automatic controllers used in the industry,
- Materials, tools and methods used in HVAC
- Repairs and replacements and general building repair and maintenance.
Skill in:
- Reading and understand Mechanical/Plumbing blueprints
- Performing repairs or replacements as necessary;
- Performing repairs and replacements of air conditioning and refrigeration systems;
- Performing all HVAC, boiler and HVAC control work;
- Communicating and following direction of Mechanical Engineer;
- Performing electrical and mechanical repair work; heating ventilation and air condition repair work;
- Using hand and power tools;
- Performing carpentry and plumbing work; carry out oral and written directions;
- Working independently and effectively lead others in performance of work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Demands
- Standing & Walking – Primarily sedentary classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required.
- Lifting - Ability to safely lift up to 10 pounds overhead and 20 pounds to waist level; both these requirements include bending at knees to facilitate proper lifting techniques: 1 minute up to 15 minutes per day.
- Manual Dexterity - Ability to perform multiple work activities requiring a significant level of physical and mental coordination, such as operating a computer keyboard; copying, and adding machines; writing: 1 hour up to 8 hours per day.
- Visual – Ability to read printed materials and view a computer screen for long periods: 30 minutes up to 8 hours per day.
- Hearing and Speech - Ability to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
- Mobility – Ability to work in a standard office setting and operate a motor vehicle to visit various meeting sites, reach, carry, push, pull, stoop, and bend.
Work is performed in the City harbor and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather; exposure to noise, dust, grease fumes, gases and potentially hazardous chemicals. Work is in and around moving vehicles and machinery. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays and be available for work on an emergency basis.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All City of Monterey employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Salary : $81,264 - $98,784
