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City of Des Moines

HVAC Technician

City of Des Moines, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319

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Job Summary Under general supervision, performs various mechanical and electrical duties in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, boilers and peripheral systems to ensure a comfortable, safe and healthy work environment.

Compensation The starting salary will be $38.26.

Benefits

Residency Incentive

Volunteer Time

Parental Leave

Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals

12 Paid Holidays

Health/Dental/Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)

Deferred Compensation Plan matching up to 2.5%

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

Possession of a two-year technical certificate in heating, air‑conditioning and refrigeration; and

Three years of previous experience in the maintenance and repair of heating, air‑conditioning and refrigeration systems; or

An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license, or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Certification as a Universal Refrigerant Technician within 6 months of appointment.

Failure to meet the above noted qualifications will result in termination of employment.

Application Requirements College transcripts must be submitted with your application or separately to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by email to

humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E. MLK Jr. Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 on or before the application deadline.

Certifications must be submitted with your application or separately to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by email to

humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E. MLK Jr. Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 on or before the application deadline.

Responsibilities

Repairs all air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, boilers and peripheral systems equipment.

Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment when malfunctions occur and repairs and/or replaces parts as necessary.

Recommends and installs portable and stationary equipment such as heating appliances, ventilating equipment, cooling units or evaporative coolers; closed steam systems or hot or chilled water piping within heating or cooling equipment; component parts that do not alter original equipment; and related unit refrigeration systems.

Operates boiler system to maintain proper water temperature for production of methane gas needed to produce electricity, fuel for boiler system and renewable natural gas system.

Performs preventative maintenance for all equipment including cleaning, tightening, replacing oil and grease, inspecting components, etc. according to manufacturer’s guidelines; makes appropriate adjustments to equipment as required.

Monitors, repairs, and installs pneumatic, electrical and electronic controls to ensure proper operation of control system and adjusts controls to recommended setting.

Tests equipment using special tools and testing equipment, reviews measurements and makes adjustments to ensure acceptable operation.

Reviews and interprets blueprints, plans and specifications to determine tolerances and procedures for proper operation and maintenance/repair of equipment.

Interpret Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals, estimates time, parts, tools and equipment needed for repair and maintenance projects and completes appropriate forms to obtain items.

Uses Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maintain accurate maintenance records and work order system.

Performs other related duties as required.

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