Job Description
Summary: Installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to the airport’s heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems and related equipment. Responds to problems for the Building Maintenance Department on all shifts and is available to work weekends as scheduled.
Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 5:00am - 3:00pm
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Make daily inspections of all pumps, air handling units, refrigeration units, air conditioning and ventilation units in all mechanical rooms.
* Inspect cooling towers, make spot repairs and adjustments, and/or notify Management of any problems, i.e., downed equipment, leaks, floods, or any irregularities regarding HVAC equipment public safety on Corporation property.
* Make necessary repairs to malfunctioning equipment such as replacement of fan belts, repacking and rebuilding pumps, repairing water and steam coil leaks, and repairing and recharging refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
* Record and adjust controls on HVAC systems including computerized and pneumatic discharge controllers and thermostats.
* Record readings from HVAC equipment, including pressure, temperature, water, steam, and monthly utility readings in all airport buildings.
* Perform routine maintenance as scheduled on all equipment such as gas/oil boiler units and air handling units.
* Assist in the installation, removal, and storage of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment in the airport and comply with CFC regulations regarding removal, storage, and disposal of all refrigerants.
* Respond to all incoming city water mains and valves in all buildings and on the grounds in case of a ruptured line, elevator/escalator complaints, testing equipment used in the installation of HVAC systems.
* Record in daily log requests for service work performed and time and materials expended.
* While on duty, respond to calls for repairs on all plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
* Be available for snow removal as needed.
* Perform related work as would be expected of a Senior Maintenance Technician as required.
* Other related duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications:
* Ability to read blueprints, schematic drawings, and pneumatic control prints.
* Knowledge of electronics, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, air conditioning, and ventilation units.
* Ability to determine problems with HVAC systems for repair.
* Knowledge of soldering, brazing, and welding.
* Ability to work on Siemens Apogee Insight controls and building computerized control systems.
* Understanding the operation features of newly installed equipment.
Education/Experience:
* High school diploma or GED.
* Successful completion of a trade school.
* Completion of three (3) years accredited apprenticeship HVAC Program.
* Requires completion of two (2) years formal training in heating, ventilation, and refrigeration or equivalent.
* Requires the State of Rhode Island Refrigeration and Pipefitting Journeyman License and must maintain license as a condition of employment.
* At least two years (2) previous experience working on HVAC building control automation systems, with specific experience in Siemens Systems.
* Valid driver’s license.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None
Physical Requirements:
* Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
* Ability to work in confined spaces.
* Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Work Environment:
* Works throughout the airport, including tenant areas, office areas, concessions, rooftops, mechanical rooms where there is exposure to dust, dirt, fiberglass, discharge air and vents from restaurants while working on rooftop units.
* Exposure to hazards from welding, working with steam, hot water, refrigeration lines, and in air ducts while repairing coils, dampers, or clearing a section.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to and in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Rhode Island Airport Corporation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
This organization welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application process. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation request will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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