HVAC Technician

Job DetailsJob Location: U Prep Academy District - DETROIT, MI 48202The HVAC Technician is responsible for the physical and mechanical maintenance of
the district’s buildings. He/she is responsible for implementing a preventative
maintenance program.

Key Responsibilities

● Responsible for the proper operation and repair of HVAC equipment to ensure
proper classroom and building temperatures. This will involve repairs to
pneumatic controls as well as DDC systems.
● Be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all boilers and the internal
cleaning of boilers.
● responsible for checking on all safety devices and for checking the safety
conditions of the boiler before firing.
● repair steam and water lines, repair or replace gaskets, controls, valves, and
gauges.
● repair or replace thermostats, air lines, and repair or replace motor and air
compressors.
● repair or replace vacuum pumps, heating and steam equipment, relief valves,
safety valves, vents, and heating coils.
● Responsible for managing the district’s HVAC building automation system and
scheduling heat/air conditioning for all events as needed.
● Make repairs to refrigeration and heating equipment for kitchens as needed.
● Responsible for and acting as main point of contact for Inspections, Licensing,
and CSD-1s.
● Responsible for making sure all needed licenses are maintained for both self
and other HVAC team members.
● Responsible for being familiar with and keeping up to date with HVAC regulatory
requirements.
● Acting as liaison for the district on HVAC-related construction projects
● Responsible for making recommendations and schedules for district HVAC
equipment replacement.
● Responsible for the supervision of assigned helpers and the work performed by
them, and must be able to read job-related blueprints and shop drawings.
● Responsible for assisting with electrical and plumbing assignments as needed
● Responsible for all facility maintenance as directed by Maintenance and
Operations management
● Other duties as assigned
QualificationsQualifications

Required
● High school diploma or equivalent required.
● Knowledge of boiler systems.
● Proficiency with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
● Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment for working effectively with district
staff.

● Ability to work independently and maintain productivity.
● Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
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Preferred
● Three (3) years of experience in school district maintenance is preferred.
● Mechanical Contractor’s License or Mechanical Journeyman License preferred.
● Universal Certification (Type I, II & III) preferred.