Plant Engineer

Job Title: Plant Engineer

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Pay Grade: Uniform Salary Grade U160

Work Calendar: All 12 Month Staff

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Physical Plants Coordinator, this position performs urgent HVAC repair calls, diagnosing and resolving issues, and ensuring that all systems operate efficiently and effectively.

MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reactive HVAC Technician

• Respond promptly to emergency service calls for HVAC systems
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing commercial HVAC equipment such as split systems, packaged units, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, valves, expansion tanks, and pumps
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing commercial kitchen equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, steamers, dishwashers, ovens and hood systems
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC control systems
• Perform thorough inspections and testing of HVAC equipment to identify problems
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain issues, provide
  recommendations, and ensure understanding of the repair process
• Complete all necessary paperwork, including service reports and repair
  documentation
• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and parts
• Follow safety protocols and adhere to company standards and procedures
• Provide exceptional customer service and uphold the company's reputation

Performs preventative maintenance to heating, air conditioning, food service, refrigeration and ventilation systems as needed.

Support and demonstrate core values of Operations and Maintenance

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as an optimal role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Experience with Direct Digital Control and Energy Management Systems.
• Hold current EPA approved CFC Universal certificate.
• Possess a valid Virginia Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge
  • Mandated safety regulations such as OSHA, Hazard Communication, etc.
  • HVAC systems, food service equipment, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical systems including tools and equipment required for maintenance and repair.
• Skills
  • Operate computers and software as related to duties and responsibilities
• Abilities
  • Diagnose mechanical defects in a variety of equipment and take appropriate action in correcting them.
  • Assess day-to-day priorities and direct staff to effectively complete required tasks.
  • Follow oral and written directions; knowledge of English grammar and usage.
  • Read, interpret and understand architectural, mechanical and electrical plans and specifications.
  • Read, understand, and implement operational manuals of the plants.
  • Travel short distances in own vehicle during the workday.
  • Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
  • Organize and perform work independently
  • Work on multiple projects while meeting all deadlines
  • Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work environment is indoors and outdoors with regular exposure to weather conditions; in proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical equipment; and in confined spaces.
• The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The employee is exposed to fumes, dirt/dust, gases, and the risk of electric shock.
• Must possess the physical ability to work primarily with fingers, perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: feeling, grasping, handling, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity and walking.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

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