Job Description

THIS POSITION IS FOR 8 HOURS PER DAY AT 260 DAYS PER YEAR.

PAY FOR POSITION: PSE Salary Schedule Level 13 - $41.57

THIS IS A 2ND SHIFT POSITION

If you are a current employee please apply through the "Internal" link found at the top of this page (this does not include substitutes).

This position's responsibilities are to maintain and repair heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related controls throughout the district and to assure that environmental controls in buildings and related equipment are properly maintained to provide for a safe and comfortable learning environment.

Passage of a pre-employment physical/testing is required of this position (the district will assume the cost.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Depending upon the individual assignment, the Maintenance Technician - HVAC may perform all or a combination of the following:

1. Identifies and corrects problems, diagnoses, repairs and maintains heating, ventilation and energy management systems for comfort and proper ventilation of district facilities.
2. Estimates cost; repairs or installs new equipment including direct digital controls, energy management controls, pneumatic controls, lighting controls and electrical controls.
3. Performs a variety of repair and maintenance on district HVAC systems to provide for a safe and healthy environment for students and staff.
4. Responds to service and emergency calls; assesses extent of problem and determines materials and equipment needed. Determines need to replace or repair parts; determines cost effectiveness of repair projects in relation to safety and repair time.
5. Diagnoses repairs or installs new heating, ventilation and air conditioning units such as heat pumps, hydronic systems, re-heat units, recovery systems, exhaust systems, gas fired systems, boilers and furnaces, and including control pumps, heat exchangers, converters and cooling systems.
6. Balances air distribution and hydronic systems. Operates, repairs and maintains refrigeration systems for proper and safe temperatures; including refrigeration and recovery and recycle.
7. Conducts a predictive maintenance program for HVAC systems.
8. Programs direct digital controls and programmable controllers. Trains district custodial personnel on basic concepts, use and maintenance of control systems.
9. Secures work areas for students and staff safety.
10. Maintains Maintenance Service Center and HVAC computer systems; sets up and installs software; performs diagnostics on energy management systems. Assures computer control system and software are operational.
11. Uses and maintains appropriate tools, such as meters and gauges.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

1. Assists with repairs involving plumbing, carpentry and other construction skills as required.
2. Maintains a variety of documentation, records, files and technical manuals.
3. May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Models appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines.
4. Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Director of Facilities. Receives guidance from Maintenance Crew Lead and/or Impact Team lead.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Required to schedule and prioritize work; required to meet strict repair deadlines. Required to convey technical information to non-technical staff. May be required to deal with distraught or difficult individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, crawling and other physical exertions; required to work on ladders and roofs; required to work with high voltage electricity; requires safety awareness on construction, repair and emergency sites; may be required to return to work during off-hours for emergencies; exposed to high noise levels from machines; required to wear protective gear; required to work outdoors in inclement weather; required to lift and carry heavy supplies, materials and equipment weighing over fifty(50) pounds; required to drive between sites. Required to take precautions to avoid exposure to potentially dangerous conditions and fumes. Passage of a pre-employment physical/testing is required of this position (the district will assume the cost.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment, including four (4) years of increasingly responsible HVAC experience, and a wide range of maintenance and repair experience.

Allowable Substitutions

Such alternatives to the above qualifications that the district may find appropriate and acceptable.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively. Demonstrated skills in HVAC systems, electrical repair and maintenance including HVAC control systems. Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and other construction skills. Skill in the use of tools and equipment including electrical testing and safety equipment. Ability to diagnose and correct technical problems. Ability to estimate repair costs. Ability to determine cost effectiveness of repairs. Knowledge of maintenance safety procedures, including lifting techniques. Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blue prints, plans, electrical schematics, and codes. Knowledge of computer systems and related software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of others.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete training in and adhere to district infection control plan. Valid Washington state driver's license and a good driving record. Requires refrigerant (CFC) recovery certification. Passage of a pre-employment physical/testing is required of this position (the district will assume the cost.)

PSE UNIT AFFILIATION

Maintenance

WAGES AND BENEFITS

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Non-Discrimination Policy

Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance / Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Darius Alexander, dalexande@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd, mboyd@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2029; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson-Merritt, mmunsonmer@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2301. All individuals may be reached at this address: 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: bethelsd.org.

El Distrito Escolar de Bethel no discrimina en sus programas ni actividades por motivos de sexo, raza, etnia, color, religion, credo, nacionalidad, orientacion sexual, expresion o identidad de genero, falta de hogar, estatus migratorio o de ciudadania, discapacidad, neurodiversidad, uso de perro guia entrenado o animal de servicio, edad, condicion de veterano o militar con baja honorable. Asimismo, ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y a otros grupos juveniles especificados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para atender consultas y quejas de supuesta discriminacion: Cumplimiento de los Derechos Civiles/Coordinadora Escolar de Inclusion de Genero, Darius Alexander, dalexande@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2019; Coordinador del Titulo IX, Mel Boyd, mboyd@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2029; y Coordinadora 504, Melissa Munson-Merritt, mmunsonmer@bethelsd.org, 253.800.2301. Todas las personas pueden ser localizadas en esta direccion 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Las consultas sobre el Titulo IX tambien pueden dirigirse a la Oficina de Derechos Civiles (OCR) del Departamento de Educacion de los Estados Unidos. Para mas informacion sobre las politicas de no discriminacion y discriminacion por razon de sexo, los procedimientos de reclamacion, y sobre como comunicar una preocupacion o queja visite: www. bethelsd.org.

Application Procedure:

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