About the position
The HVAC Technician position at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine, is a critical role responsible for the operation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, and repair of complex HVAC systems. This includes all components related to commercial and industrial-grade heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, as well as multi-zone systems that utilize pneumatic, electronic, and programmable logic controls. The technician will also assist in the repair of various systems including Building Automation Systems, Fire Protection Systems, Security Systems, Utility Plant Systems, and Lighting, among others, as required by departmental demands. In this role, the HVAC Technician will be tasked with operating, maintaining, installing, repairing, replacing, troubleshooting, and responding to both routine and emergency service calls related to HVAC systems and their components. This encompasses a wide range of equipment such as heat recovery systems, cooling coils, steam humidifiers, heating coils, condensate return systems, hot and cold water systems, pumping systems, air handlers, exhaust fans, variable air volume (VAV) systems, constant volume (CV) systems, air compressors, steam traps, pressure reducing valve (PRV) stations, and building automation systems. The technician will also be responsible for performing preventive maintenance inspections and services on HVAC and Process Equipment Systems according to an established schedule, providing input for upgrades or modifications as necessary. The position requires the technician to assist in the design, installation, and commissioning of new HVAC and Process Equipment Systems, as well as modifications to existing systems. The technician will provide immediate diagnosis and remedy to plant issues, and may need to contact formal on-call maintenance personnel or contractors for assistance. Training and mentoring of others in the operation and repair of HVAC and Process Equipment Systems will also be part of the responsibilities. The technician must ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Additionally, the role involves utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track preventive and corrective maintenance tasks and create work orders, as well as providing detailed reports and presentations on equipment utilization and maintenance activities. The HVAC Technician may be required to work on a rotating on-call status and may need to work occasional shifts, including nights, holidays, and weekends. The role also requires the ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime as needed, and may involve occasional travel for training or project support.
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, install, repair, replace, troubleshoot, and respond to routine and emergency service calls related to HVAC systems and components.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and services on HVAC and Process Equipment Systems according to an established schedule.
- Assist in the design, installation, and commissioning of new HVAC and Process Equipment Systems and modifications to existing systems.
- Provide immediate diagnosis and remedy to plant issues and contact formal on-call maintenance personnel or contractors for assistance.
- Provide training and mentoring to others in the operation and repair of HVAC and Process Equipment Systems.
- Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Utilize CMMS to track preventive and corrective maintenance tasks and create work orders.
- Provide detailed written and oral reports on equipment utilization, round sheets, records, and daily pass down logs for internal use and state and federal agencies.
- Develop new and improve existing SOPs to effectively document processes and procedures.
Requirements
- Knowledge of HVAC systems that incorporate pneumatic and digital control systems, and computer-based Building Automation System (BAS).
- Ability to apply HVAC principles to Process Equipment such as autoclaves, tunnel washers, bottle washers, and rack washers.
- Basic understanding of Building Automation Systems, Fire Protection Systems, Security Systems, Utility Plant Systems, Lighting, and Building Maintenance.
- Ability to read schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operations, control drawings, and control loops.
- Ability to diagnose and repair HVAC components, programmable Building Automation Controls, and monitoring systems.
- Ability to prepare engineering documents, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
- Ability and willingness to rapidly learn new technical skills and apply them in the maintenance and operation of the facility.
- Analytical ability for problem solving and effective communication with others in writing and verbally.
- Ability to enter man-holes, vaults, and other classified and unclassified confined spaces.
Nice-to-haves
- Trade licenses & certifications will be held in high regard.
- Certification in confined space entry or ability to qualify within 6 months.
Benefits
- Competitive pay range of $23.17 - $38.80 per hour based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Access to a vibrant community with recreational activities and amenities.
