HVAC- Maintainer

HVAC-Maintainer

Maintainers are responsible for the operating, maintaining, and repair of all mechanical equipment and HVAC building systems for the five schools that make up Plainville Community Schools. Employees are to keep all mechanical areas and rooms neat, clean, safe, and free of any hazards. Maintainers are required to assist other building maintainers as well as custodians, when the need arises or asked for by the Facilities Director.

This position may involve tasks that may or may not be related to the position, as assigned by the Facilities Director. Hourly rates and benefits can be found on our website.

Performs all phases of mechanical work at the schools including but not limited to:
Installation and maintenance of mechanical systems to accommodate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems including associated piping Installation and maintenance of water supply and return lines, domestic hot water, boiler and pumps, heat exchanger units, sump pumps, air compressors, general plumbing, and other mechanical equipment such as kitchen equipment. Installation and maintenance of air handling units, air distribution units such as supply and return fans, VAVs, coils, filters, balancing valves, solenoids, temperature and humidity controls, and fire/smoke dampers.

Completion of all assigned work orders which may involve non-mechanical work such as moving large items, light carpentry, electrical, and plumbing. Ensures that all HVAC equipment is operated in optimum condition to conserve energy. Provides operational support to the Lead Maintainer and Facilities Director in maintaining proper inventory of parts and supplies, and provide excellent customer service.

High School Diploma, three (3) years minimum applicable experience in building maintenance preferred. HVAC S-2, D-2 or P-2 license preferred. Some experience in other trades such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and Kitchen Refrigeration is a plus. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications instructions and schematics Ability to learn control methods and instrumentation as applied to HVAC and refrigeration systems Familiarity with all common hand and power tools, their uses and safety precautions Ability to get along and communicate well with students, building staff and the public.

Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of the Plainville Board of Education that no persons shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program including employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or veteran status.

Any complaint should be brought to the attention of the building principal or the Title IX Coordinator, Mr. David Levenduski, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, .