HVAC Specialist 3

Job Description
Job Description
Position:HVAC Specialist 3
Department: Facilities
Job Summary: Performs a wide variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning units as well as kitchen equipment for the Gaming Enterprise Division's (GED) buildings and facilities. This is the third in a series of four (4) classifications. Incumbents work at a high level of expertise, exercise judgment and independence in performance of duties, and will instruct others.
Duties and Responsibilities (specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to):

1. Performs the duties of HVAC Specialist 1 and 2.
2. Troubleshoots, repairs, and services kitchen equipment such as refrigerators, fryers, and ovens
3. Completes routine and complex work orders with minimal or no direction and in cooperation with other team members, when necessary.
4. Assists with maintaining a preventive maintenance program.
5. Completes preventive maintenance work orders on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly schedule.
6. Inspects the work of others, as assigned.
7. Assists with the maintenance of logs, records, preventive maintenance schedules, and other records.
8. Checks that all equipment is in working condition on a regular basis and makes minor repairs; reports major issues to supervisor.
9. Maintains a clean and safe work area.
10. Operates maintenance equipment safely and correctly.
11. Responds to after-hours emergency calls, as needed.
12. Assists with preparing job cost estimates for major, complex projects.
13. Provides job training for assigned crew members in skills requirements of specific job tasks and compliance with regulations.
14. Enforces health and safety standards rigorously; ensures work related injuries or incidents are reported to supervisor and Security but also ensuresaccurate and timely records are maintained for purposes of assessing training needs and taking corrective action.
15. Ensures that an inventory of equipment is maintained to be able to respond to work requests in a timely manner.
16. Interacts with vendors.
17. Consults with supervisor on status of current and future projects.
18. Ensures all work performed meets with departmental, GED, and applicable laws and regulations.
19. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless guest service.
20. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of HVAC maintenance and repair.
2. Knowledge of the principles and practices kitchen equipment maintenance and repair.
3. Knowledge of equipment, products, techniques, standards, and procedures used for the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems as well as kitchen equipment.
4. Knowledge of computerized electrical circuits and systems as they relate to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigerated cooling.
5. Knowledge of sheet metal, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry trades.
6. Knowledge of different types of filters, belts, and sheaves.
7. Knowledge of boiler control and building fire alarm systems.
8. Knowledge of standard hand and power tools and equipment used in the trades.
9. Knowledge of chemicals used in the trades
10. Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
11. Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the trades.
12. Knowledge of departmental and the GED's internal controls, policies, and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
13. Knowledge of basic recordkeeping techniques.
14. Skill in programming and maintaining a computer-based HVAC system.
15. Skill caring for and using hand tools and equipment necessary to perform tasks.
16. Skill in locating and repairing defects in systems and equipment.
17. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software, especially word processing and spreadsheets, as well as departmental software program.
18. Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
19. Skill in working courteously with the public as well as developing and maintaining good working relationships.
20. Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
21. Ability to properly install refrigerant compressors.
22. Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
23. Ability to repair and replace damaged parts and equipment.
24. Ability to read and interpret applicable regulations.
25. Ability to effectively communicate as well as understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
26. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
27. Ability to work cooperatively with team members and guests.
28. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
29. Ability to exercise independent judgment and be fiscally prudent in choosing materials, tools, and procedures in finishing assigned tasks.
30. Ability to estimate labor or material costs from blueprints or work plans.
31. Ability to observe, monitor, or compare data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
32. Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe, efficient manner.
33. Ability to perform mathematical and geometric computations pertaining to the position.
34. Ability to measure distances with a tape measure or other measuring device.
35. Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids as well as interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
36. Ability to read blueprints, floor plans, and wiring diagrams as well as interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
37. Ability to make decisions based on information received from team members or guests.
38. Ability to distinguish between the full range of colors in the color spectrum to work with electrical wires.
39. Ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
40. Ability to lift, carry, and climb ladders to reach work areas as well as push and pull scaffolds when required to complete the job task.
41. Ability to work at heights greater than ten feet.
42. Ability to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
43. Ability to lift arms above shoulder level to work in ceiling areas or on light fixtures.
44. Ability to work in small, cramped areas such as ceiling crawl spaces, equipment enclosures, closets, etc.
45. Ability to work or inspect in confined and/or hot spaces including but not limited to attics, crawl ways, and roofs.
46. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
47. Ability to travel across rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
48. Ability to independently push, pull, and turn a tool cart (maximum weight up to 300 pounds) and wear fitted tool belt (maximum weight up to 20 pounds), with or without a reasonable accommodation.
49. Ability to move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (more than 20 feet).
50. Ability to do heavy lifting, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, walk, and stand for prolonged periods of time.
51. Ability to withstand exposure to dust, noise, fumes, high voltage, and toxic materials.
52. Ability to work in a smoking environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school or General Equivalency Diploma.
2. Seven (7 ) years experience installing and maintaining commercial / industrial HVAC, cooling towers, water tube boilers, and high and low voltage electrical systems.
3. Must possess EPA 608 Universal Technician Certification.
4. Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License.
5. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software, especially word processing and spreadsheets, as well as departmental software program.
6. Demonstrated track record of reliability, responsiveness, and initiative.
7. Demonstrated track record of providing excellent guest service.
8. Must be able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, special events, and overtime, as needed.
9. Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
10. Must be able to obtain, maintain, and retain a valid gaming license.