HVAC​/R Technician

JOB TITLE:

HVAC/R Technician DIVISION:
Facilities Management DEPARTMENT: HVAC/R

REPORTS TO:

Manager, HVAC/R CLASSIFICATION:
Non-Exempt POSITION TYPE:
Full-Time SUMMARY

The HVAC/R Technician will install, maintain and repair the HVAC/R systems throughout the Saint Louis Zoo. As an active member of Facilities Management, this position will support the Zoo’s mission and advocate the Zoo’s core values and three keys.

• Inspect, repair, modify and install heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration units and associated equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and routine servicing of equipment including but not limited to greasing and oiling motors, changing and tightening belts, changing filters, and cleaning condensers and evaporators.
• Utilize the CMMS work order system for work scheduling, preventative maintenance programs and record keeping.
• Utilize the building automation system to monitor, diagnose and ensure systems are operating at full efficiency.
• Analyze HVAC/R system requirements, conduct research on new equipment and procedures and recommend new systems or modifications.
• Provide on-call, weekend or nighttime event coverage if needed.
• Ensure that proper safety guidelines and usage of PPE are followed at all times.
• Know and understand the Zoo employee handbook and adhere to all stated disciplinary actions and personnel policies.
• Work in close collaboration with all Zoo internal departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this position.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience in the technical fields involving the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.
• HVAC certification, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Universal Class EPA License preferred.
• Possession or the ability to obtain OSHA 10/30-Hour Training certification.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Good attendance record and work ethic.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Possession or the ability to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License is required for residents of Missouri.
• All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana.

• Must be able to push, pull, bend, squat, stoop, climb stairs or ladders, and twist many times a day.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry and load 50 pounds.
• Physical capacity to endure exposure to inclement weather, dust, heavy machinery, restraint devices and hazardous chemicals. Use of proper PPE may be required.

• This position will work in both a shop environment and outside. Significant exposure to weather is possible.