Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems Foreman
ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ has an opening for a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems Foreman.
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Facilities Services, this position is responsible for the supervision and direction of the College’s in-house HVAC personnel. Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance/repair of all HVAC systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reviews and assigns all service and maintenance requests for the trade. Balance workload as necessary.
- Coordinates repair and installation of HVAC systems, including the initiation, monitoring, and approval of work performed by outside contractors.
- Develops, implements and monitors preventative maintenance program for equipment and systems.
- Determines the need for replacement of equipment based on life-cycle analysis.
- Makes prudent fiscal decisions on a daily basis and during emergency situations.
- Consults regularly with Facilities Management team concerning the state of HVAC equipment and systems.
- Supervises HVAC Lead and zone mechanics
- Performs expert work in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of industrial and commercial heating ventilation and air-conditioning equipment and controls.
- Monitors and enforces safety procedures associated with the operation of HVAC equipment and knows the current state and local codes in regards to safety.
- Oversee maintenance and repairs on refrigeration units, cooling towers, boilers, manual/automatic combustion control systems/burners, generators, electrical.
- Maintains good working relationships with campus faculty, staff, and students.
- Assists the department in realizing objectives pertaining to special events at the college which may not be mechanical in nature.
- Coordinates efforts and provides guidance to contractors working on campus.
- Oversees all necessary HVAC related services including, but not limited to the following:
- Starting/stopping equipment
- General cleaning
- Removal/installation of serviceable parts
- Change air/water filters
- Calibrating controls
- Adjusts industrial – capacity vents and ducts
- Charges refrigerants into compression or fluids into systems
- Tests joints for leaks
- Drains/flushes systems
- Test/treats boiler feed water
- Greases/oils equipment
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned or directed.
SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY:
- Work is subject to a general review by supervisor.
- Maintains strong working relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Communication may involve routine reporting or exchange of information as well as moderately complex technical information.
- Performs basic research and analysis of technical information.
- Performs regular on-call duties as well as responses to emergency service calls.
- Work is received on a daily basis from Assistant Director(s), or Director in a variety of formats ranging from simple oral instructions to complex schematics.
- In performance of duties, the employee may experience exposure to loud noises, uncomfortable temperatures, physical effort involving lifting heavy weights, stooping, or standing for extended periods of time.
- Errors result in loss of time and money. Errors may result in fire or other safety hazard
Qualifications
- Ten to fifteen years of experience in the operation of HVAC equipment and systems in industrial and commercial applications.
- Universal CFC certification; OSHA 40 Certification and pesticide applicators license preferred.
- Current and valid driver’s license from state of residence.
- General knowledge and understanding of electrical systems (24 to 480 volt)
- Ability to understand blueprints.
- General knowledge of national electric codes, basic plumbing systems, and building trades.
- Basic working knowledge of and ability to use electronic Building Management Systems (BMS). Ability to recommend and implement building sequence of operation changes is preferred.
- Experience with energy efficient equipment (i.e., condensing boilers and energy recovery equipment preferred.
- Safely handle chemicals that are used in a skilled craft trade.
- Excellent Interpersonal and oral communication skills.
ADA Considerations
The essential functions of this position may require the ability to:
- Perform tasks that may involve prolonged periods of walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping and lifting.
- Lift and carry 80 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Be mobile across campus with may include walking up and down steps and climbing ladders.
- Work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
- Distinguish colors.
- Read written directions and written instructions on equipment, chemicals and other tools to safely operate equipment.
- Provide written documentation.
- Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as using hand tools, operating machinery, and making precise adjustments or repairs.
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Perceive and interpret auditory cues (such as alarms, signals, or spoken instructions) in a work environment.
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Utilize visual acuity to inspect equipment, read gauges, identify safety hazards, and perform detailed mechanical work.
Application Instructions
To express interest in this role, please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to Interfolio:
ABOUT THE INSTITUTION:
ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ is a private liberal arts institution located in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region. The College serves a population of approximately 1,700 students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It has a long tradition of educational excellence and offers a dynamic and challenging work environment. The campus is easily reached by public transportation as well as most major highways. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ is an equal opportunity employer that believes that diversity strengthens our community; candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.