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HVAC Technician 3

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This is a 12 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverages can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.texas.gov/PDFs/NEBG-HE.pdf
Leave time includes 96 hours vacation, 40 hours discretionary and 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month. Paid leave for college designated holiday’s, spring break, Thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)

Posting Details

VEVRRA Federal Contractor – Priority referral protected veterans requested.

Position Information

Requisition Number 2023069P
Position Title HVAC Technician 3
Salary Range DOQ
DBM Rating B23
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Professional/Staff
Anticipated Start Date 01/02/2024
Campus Brenham
Application Deadline
Extended Open Deadline
FLSA Non-Exempt
Security Sensitive? Yes
Work Hours Monday - Friday 7:30 - 4:30, occasional evening and weekend as needed
Position Summary Information

Objective
To perform complex and independent routine and preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment, but not limited to condensers, pumps, motors, coils, fans, and blowers, filters, boilers, cooling towers and related ancillary equipment.
Required Quals Summary
High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by vocational or special training in the air conditioning, electrical, or mechanical field.
Five (5) or more years’ experience with HVAC systems.
Has an approved EPA Certified License to handle and purchase refrigerants.
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Special Notes To Applicants
This is a 12 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverages can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.texas.gov/PDFs/NEBG-HE.pdf
Leave time includes 96 hours vacation, 40 hours discretionary and 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month. Paid leave for college designated holiday’s, spring break, Thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)
Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/11286

Position Details

Principal Accountabilities

Principal Accountabilities
1. Perform preventative maintenance as per established preventative maintenance program, and demonstrate proactive maintenance procedures.
2. Respond to and complete work requests for problems with the HVAC/R units or systems.
3. Troubleshoot and make repairs to heating and direct expansion HVAC/R systems, electrical wiring related to HVAC/R equipment, soldering or welding of Freon or water lines, replacing HVAC components of units and replacing complete HVAC units.
4. Monitor computerized HVAC based control systems.
5. Participate in projects relating to the HVAC/R department and systems.
6. Participate actively in established safety programs designed to provide a safe work environment.
7. Maintain proper chemical levels for protection of all boilers and chilled water systems where applicable.
8. Maintain a parts inventory for common repairs.
9. Be able to enter work requests into the computerized maintenance program and print out work orders and preventative maintenance work orders.
10. Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
1. High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by vocational or special training in the air conditioning, electrical, or mechanical field.
2. Five (5) or more years’ experience with HVAC systems.
3. Has an approved EPA Certified License to handle and purchase refrigerants.
4. Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Minimum Competencies

Minimum Competencies
  1. Knowledge of HVAC/R equipment functions, repair, and maintenance procedures.
  2. Knowledge and ability to perform preventative maintenance services as well as minor and major repair on HVAC/R equipment.
  3. Knowledge of safety procedures relating to HVAC/R standards and must adherence to all safety standards and work practices as set by the Central Plant.
  4. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot all types of HVAC equipment malfunctions.
  5. Computer literacy.
  6. Well organized and able to prioritize work, and able to work independently without close supervision.
  7. Ability to work inside and outside in all weather conditions.
  8. Ability to read, write, and communicate with co-workers, supervisors and internal and external customers.
  9. Near visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision and color vision.
  10. Ability to stoop, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawling, stretching, twisting of upper body, prolong standing on concrete floors and walking over uneven terrain, and ability to lift 50 pounds and unstable objects.
  11. Successful completion of job related, continuing and routine education as assigned by supervisor as required.
  12. Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas, principles and practices of HVAC.
  13. Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace is required. Ability to work overtime may be required to complete a job in progress, or to handle emergency situations that may occur outside of regular work hours.
  14. Be able to take after hour call.
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications
  1. Previous experience with chill water and hot water heating and cooling units.
  2. Previous experience with refrigerated chilling systems.
Preferred Competencies

Preferred Competencies
  1. Previous experience directly related to direct expansion air conditioning and gas fired heating systems.
  2. Previous experience with HVAC energy management programs and systems.
Working Conditions

Are there particular working conditions associated with this job that should be noted (I.E., working environment, hours of work, workspace, etc.)? Yes
If 'Yes', please explain
Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical and Mental Requirements: Heavy lifting, 45 to 70 lbs., Moderate lifting, 15 to 44 lbs., Light lifting, under 15 lbs., Heavy carrying, 45 to 70 lbs., Moderate carrying, 15 to 44 lbs., Light carrying, under 15 lbs., Repeated bending, Reaching above shoulder, Simple grasping, Walking, Standing, Sitting, Crawling, Twisting, Pushing, Stooping, Climbing stairs, Climbing ladders, Operating mechanical equipment, Operating office equipment, Operating motor vehicle, Seeing, Identifying colors, Depth perception, Hearing (with aid), Hearing (without aid), Writing, Counting, Reading, Telling time
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Environmental Requirements

Environmental Requirements: Travel by car (enter percentage of time in below field), Outside, Inside, Excessive heat, Excessive cold, Excessive humidity, Excessive dampness/chill, Constant noise, Dust, Grease and Oils, Working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, Working around moving objects or vehicles, Working on ladders or scaffolding, Working closely with other, Working alone, Solvents, Slippery/uneven walking surfaces, Working below ground
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you legally eligible for employment in the U.S.?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in the HVAC/R field?
    • 1 year or less
    • 2 years
    • 3 years
    • 4 years
    • 5 years
    • 6 years
  3. * Do you have a certificate, licensure, or completed apprenticeship in the HVAC-R field?
    • Yes - certificate from a vocational or training school
    • Yes - state licensure as a working professional
    • Yes - I completed an apprenticeship in this field
    • No, I have no formal education or industry licensures
  4. * Do you have an approved EPA Certified License to handle and purchase refrigerants?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have the ability to service, repair, rebuild, or assemble a typical "Direct Expansion" HVAC or refrigeration system?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Please explain your knowledge as it relates to the HVAC industry.

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Do you have knowledge of refrigerant handling regulations consistent with EPA rules?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * How many years of experience do you have directly related to "Direct Expansion chilled water systems'' and/or boiler repair?
    • None
    • 0 - 1 year
    • 1 - 2 years
    • 3 - 4 years
    • 5 - 6 years
    • More than 7 years
  9. * Do you have a valid Texas driver's license that is in good standing?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Advertisement (specify in next question below)
    • Blinn Website
    • Blinn Employee
    • Internet Site (specify in next question below)
    • Indeed
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • TACC - Texas Association of Community Colleges
    • Other (specify in next question below)
  11. If in the previous question you selected "Advertisement", "Internet Site", or "Other", please specify how you heard about this employment opportunity.

    (Open Ended Question)

  12. * To be eligible for employment in the U.S. and at Blinn College, will you now or in the future require Blinn College to commence ("sponsor") an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called "sponsorship" for an employment-based visa status.
    • Yes, I will now or in the future need H-1B visa sponsorship
    • No, I will not need sponsorship now or in the future for an H-1B visa
  13. * Please choose all that apply below. If you answer yes to any below, please upload a copy of your DD214 or DD1300 in the optional documents section. For definition of claiming veteran's employment preference please see the following website:http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/GV/pdf/GV.657.pdf)
    • Yes, I am a veteran
    • Yes, I am a veteran's surviving spouse who has not remarried
    • Yes, I am an orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty.
    • Yes, I am claiming veteran's employment preference.
    • No, to all the above
  14. * Are you employed part-time or full time in an overtime eligible position at another state agency or institution of higher education? Do you plan to continue your employment if hired at Blinn College?
    • Yes, I am in an overtime eligible position and Yes I plan to continue
    • Yes, I am in an overtime eligible position and No I do not plan to continue
    • No, I am not in an overtime eligible position and Yes I plan to continue
    • No, I am not in an overtime eligible position and No I do not plan to continue
    • I am not employed by another state agency or institution of higher education

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Unofficial Other Transcripts 1
  2. License
  3. Other Document 1
  4. Other Document 2
  5. Unofficial Undergraduate Transcript
  6. DD214 (required for Veteran's or Veteran's preference)
  7. DD1300 (required for orphan's or surviving spouse)