HVAC Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

U Prep Academy District - DETROIT, MI 48202

The HVAC Technician is responsible for the physical and mechanical maintenance of the district’s buildings and implements a preventative maintenance program.

• 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 all safety devices and ensuring the safety conditions of the boiler before firing.
• Repair steam and water lines, and repair or replace gaskets, controls, valves, and gauges.
• Repair or replace thermostats, air lines, motor and air compressors.
• Repair or replace vacuum pumps, heating and steam equipment, relief valves, safety valves, vents, and heating coils.
• Manage the district’s HVAC building automation system and schedule heat/air conditioning for all events as needed.
• Make repairs to refrigeration and heating equipment for kitchens as needed.
• Act as main point of contact for inspections, licensing, and CSD-1s.
• Ensure all needed licenses are maintained for self and other HVAC team members.
• Stay familiar with and keep up to date with HVAC regulatory requirements.
• Act as liaison for the district on HVAC-related construction projects.
• Make recommendations and schedules for district HVAC equipment replacement.
• Supervise assigned helpers and the work performed by them, and read job-related blueprints and shop drawings.
• Assist with electrical and plumbing assignments as needed.
• Perform all facility maintenance as directed by Maintenance and Operations management.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Three (3) years of experience in school district maintenance.
• Mechanical Contractor’s License or Mechanical Journeyman License.
• Universal Certification (Type I, II & III).