Technician, Engineering

Posted:
8/26/2024, 7:52:17 AM

Location(s):
Reno, Nevada, United States ⋅ Nevada, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Job Location:

Meadowood Mall

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  

To maintain  all mall owned and operated heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment in order to provide safe, efficient and effective operation.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Work in cooperation with other contracted mechanical services as retained by management.
  • Report all situations requiring emergency and/or immediate action to the appropriate personnel.
  • Troubleshoot various systems including plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other systems as required to determine source of malfunction and repair.
  • Conduct scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance to designated equipment; make adjustments to equipment and controls to ensure operations are in compliance with specifications and/or standards.
  • Install, maintain and make repairs to electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment as needed.
  • Perform the job in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines (i.e. EPA, OSHA standards) to promote a safe working environment.
  • Administer compliance of local, state, and federal laws pertaining to areas such as fire, safety, hazardous material, access etc.
  • Observe operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust mechanisms such as valves, controls and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure and temperature.
  • Provide routine services to include preventive maintenance on air side and water side equipment, identifying, installing, maintaining and disposing of all types of filters, cleaning mechanical/transformer rooms, picking up and delivering parts, and assisting higher level heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and or contracted services.
  • Schedule preventative maintenance programs as assigned by management.
  • Coordinate work orders and maintain the integrity of the Work Order System.
  • Ensure the appropriate inventory systems, records, files, Material Safety Data Sheets, supplies, equipment and tools are maintained.
  • Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, lighting components, fuses and basic electrical wiring, etc.
  • Employee may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Self-starter with ability to work independently.
  • Familiarity with air handler units to include efficient operation required to achieve energy savings and acceptable comfort levels.
  • Knowledge in filter identification and application, equipment and component identification, safety procedures, refrigeration cycle and soft soldering.
  • Knowledge of cooling tower operation & start-up and package roof top HVAC units.
  • Knowledge of condenser and chilled water systems and water treatment.
  • Capability to diagnoses problems on equipment.
  • Ability to disassemble, clean, lubricate, repair and replace parts, as required.
  • Able to diagnose basic malfunctioning mechanical systems, test components; trouble shoot and repair replace or adjust defective or worn parts.
  • Able to operate and program Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems as they relate to energy savings, life safety, seasonal adjustments and company standards.
  • Knowledge of safety rules, hazards and application of accident prevention measures associated with the operation of mechanical and HVAC equipment.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, which may include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

    

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or Trade School Certificate.
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in the HVAC maintenance field (Related education may be substituted for up to two years’ experience on a year-for-year basis)
  • Valid Driver’s license
  • EPA Certification

 The salary range for this position is $28.37 - $43.46.  Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon various factors, including an individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications.