HVAC Apprentice

Description

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Executive Director, Facilities Services, this position is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of all building HVAC systems, refrigeration and associated equipment. This position will work 8am through 4:30pm. 

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all HVAC/Refrigeration units.
• Maintain, troubleshoot HVAC systems and associated equipment to meet operational needs.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of work orders and service reports. 
• Maintain daily logs of equipment, temperature and meter readings.
• Climb stairs and ladders, work on scaffolding and work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to climb ladders; work on scaffolding.
• Ability to work at various heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to move heavy items and to push carts either manually or using special equipment
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Willing and able to be test fit for respirator apparatus.
• Upon offer of employment, must submit to a background check, and take and pass a physical examination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google and Adobe applications.
• Ability to repair, adjust, maintain, retrofit and troubleshoot the following equipment:
  • Refrigerant Controls (metering devices), Electronic Controls, Pneumatic Controls, Commercial Refrigeration, Ice Machines, Duct Installation. Hermetic and Semi-Hermetic Compressors, Heat Pumps to 10-tons, Split Systems to 10-tons, Packaged Units to 50-ton. All types and sizes of Ductless Splits, Electric Motors (1-phase and 3-phase), Electric Motor Controls (contactors, starters, relays, disconnects, thermostats, etc.), Light Commercial Furnaces. Boilers,Burners and related controls (oil and gas), Water Pumps, Intake and Exhaust Fans, Economizers, Humidifiers, Capacity Controls (Unloader, Hot Gas Bypass Valves, Fan Cycling Controls, Motor Masters), Flame Safeguard Controls, Air Compressors, Air Dryers. Reciprocating Chillers, VAV’s Systems Controls and Terminal Boxes. Variable Frequency Drives, Various types and sizes of Cooling Towers, Various types and sizes of Boilers, Various types and sizes of Computer Room Systems. Soldering and Brazing. Combustion Analysis, Heat Load Calculations, Heat Loss Calculations, Cooling Load Calculations. Basic navigation thru multiple Building Automation Controls Systems.

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common in the HVAC trade.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective safety operations.
• Valid California driver license. Employment is subject to driving record meeting the standards of the CalArts insurance carrier.
• Minimum 1-2 years on the job experience in HVAC/Refrigeration maintenance and repair
• Must be attending school and complete HVAC Certification within 1-2 years of employment, Type 1, 2 or Universal EPA-CFC Certification.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The actual essential duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary by department, reporting structure or other business needs. No inference should be drawn that a specific job duty, responsibility or qualification is non-essential by its absence from this description. This does not constitute a contract for employment CalArts management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. 

Application Instructions

This position is available immediately. If you are interested, please follow the link to Interfolio below:

HVAC Apprentice - ID:122631

Salary

$22.94-$24.94 an hour

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California Institute of the Arts shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.