Master HVAC Tech

Position Summary

Are you an experienced HVAC professional looking for a leadership role where you can showcase your expertise in commercial-grade systems? Do you thrive in troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC systems and leading teams to success? Join the University of New Mexico Facilities Maintenance Department as a Master HVAC Tech and play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing our campus's heating, cooling, and ventilation, and systems.

As a Master HVAC Tech, you will act as the liaisons between department management and lower level HVAC technicians while lead the efforts to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems, including multi-zone systems with advanced controls. You'll also play a key role in system modifications, project planning, and leading a team of technicians to complete Preventive and Corrective Work orders.

• Lead Troubleshooting & Repair: Oversee the diagnosis and repair of commercial HVAC systems, multi-zone heating, cooling systems, and digital control systems linked to a central energy management system.
• System Modifications & Planning: Develop HVAC system modification plans and estimate project costs for remodeling and upgrades.
• Preventive Maintenance: Create maintenance checklists and implement preventive maintenance activities for new and existing equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation: Review and interpret as-built building blueprints to recommend system modifications and upgrades in accordance with regulations.
• Material Selection & Research: Research and select materials for HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance to ensure high-quality standards.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor HVAC technicians, providing training, guidance, and support as they troubleshoot and repair complex systems.
• Safety & Environmental Practices: Ensure proper care in equipment use, promote workplace safety, and continuously improve environmental practices across all tasks.
• Documentation: Track and document preventive maintenance and repair activities to maintain accurate records of work performed.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Must maintain certification status.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Possession of a current New Mexico Journeyman's refrigeration Licenses(JR) and an EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certification and one other current HVAC related New Mexico license .

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Experience: Additional experience with large-scale commercial HVAC systems, including systems up to 15 tons capacity. Proven track record with low-pressure steam heat exchangers, hot and cold deck systems, and pneumatic and digital controls.

Technical

Skills:

Advanced knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and their application in HVAC systems. Expertise in energy management systems (EMS) and central energy management and control systems.

Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex HVAC issues effectively and efficiently. Proficiency in HVAC installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, including the use of hand and power tools. Ability to handle computer-based monitoring and control systems.

Leadership: Experience in leading or training…