HVAC Specialist 2024-02068

About the position

The HVAC Specialist position at the Wyoming State Hospital involves maintaining and repairing various heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as commercial kitchen equipment and appliances. The role is essential for ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff. The position requires technical expertise in HVAC systems, compliance with environmental regulations, and the ability to work in diverse physical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Installs and performs fault analysis, maintenance, and repairs on various types of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems.
• Installs environmental control units and facility support systems needing new installation or replacement systems.
• Supervises installation and maintenance of commercial kitchen equipment and maintenance of coolers and blast chillers.
• Follows preventative maintenance schedules, verifies temperatures, and locates and repairs refrigeration leaks according to EPA regulations.
• Specifies and designs required plumbing and electrical support infrastructure to include expanded service and electronic/digital controls.
• Regulates and accounts for the use of ozone-depleting substances regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency.
• Investigates feasibility of converting systems to use environmentally responsible refrigerants.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in HVAC) or an Associate's Degree with 0-1 year of progressive work experience.
• Knowledge of Code requirements including American Society of Heating and Refrigeration Air Conditioning Equipment, National Electric Code, National Plumbing Code, and National Building Code.
• Knowledge of various types of heating systems including steam and hot water converters, infrared and forced air furnaces.
• Knowledge of various air conditioning systems including hermetic, centrifugal, and absorption units.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, electrical, and digital control systems.
• Knowledge of various types of ventilation systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Progressive work experience in HVAC.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• State retirement plan
• Deferred compensation program
• Longevity pay