Commercial HVAC Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

This position is in and around the great Tulsa area.

Performs service and maintenance on commercial-grade HVAC systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.
• Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
• Reassemble and test equipment following repairs.
• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions.
• Discuss heating-cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that malfunctions have been corrected.
• Record and report all faults, deficiencies, and other unusual occurrences, as well as the time and materials expended on work orders.
• Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution.
• Adjust system controls to setting recommended by manufacturer to balance system, using hand tools.
• Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, vacuuming equipment, oiling parts or changing filters.
• Lay out and connect electrical wiring between controls and equipment, according to wiring diagrams, using electrician's hand tools.
• Install auxiliary components to heating-cooling equipment, such as expansion and discharge valves, air ducts, pipes, blowers, dampers, flues and stokers, following blueprints.
• Assist with other work in coordination with repair and maintenance teams.
• Install, connect and adjust thermostats, humidistats and timers, using hand tools.
• Generate work orders that address deficiencies in need of correction.
• Join pipes or tubing to equipment and to fuel, water or refrigerant source, to form complete circuit.
• Assemble, position and mount heating or cooling equipment, following blueprints.
• Study blueprints, design specifications and manufacturers' recommendations to ascertain the configuration of heating or cooling equipment components and to ensure the proper installation of components.
• Cut or drill holes in floors, walls or roofs to install equipment, using power saws or drills.
• Wrap pipes in insulation, securing it in place with cement or wire bands.
• Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe or tubing, using pipe fitter's tools.
• Fabricate, assemble, or install duct work or chassis parts, using portable metal-working tools or welding equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical
  - Designs workflows and procedures.
• Design
  - Generates creative solutions;
  Applies design principles;
  Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving
  - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Technical Skills
  - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
  Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication
  - Able to read and interpret written information.
• Quality Management
  - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/Organizing
  - Prioritizes and plans work activities;
  Uses time efficiently;
  Plans for additional resources.
• Quality
  - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security
  - Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality
  - Is consistently at work and on time.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
One to two years prior HVAC technician experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instr