HVAC Technician

Job Title

HVAC Technician

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of facilities. Facility systems include all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and utility systems installed in/on the customer’s property and facilities. To include all HVAC systems, electrical equipment, building controls, and life safety equipment.

Job Description

· Must be able to work in a team oriented / safety conscious environment. “Safety First” expectations include but are not limited to.

o Pre-Job Hazardous Assessment,

o Job Risk Review

o Identifying Hi Potential Risk

o Performing Audits and Observations

o Follow all company / site safety guidelines and procedures

· Operations and maintenance of all (HVAC) heating, ventilation & air conditioning system, to include, window units, (PTAC’s) packaged terminal air conditioners, fan coil units, heat pumps, condensers, evaporators, (RTU’s) rooftop units, air cooled chillers, water cooled chillers, cooling towers and all associated rotating equipment to include pumps, fan motors, gearboxes etc..

· Preferred knowledge relating to the operation and maintenance of hot water heaters, boilers, steam systems and all associated rotating equipment to include pumps, motors and gearboxes.

· Preferred knowledge relating to the ability to troubleshoot and maintain related electrical systems including panel boards, transformers, motor control centers, emergency generators and safety disconnects.

·Perform overall facility condition assessment of client owned facilities and grounds.

· Start up, regulate, repair and shut down equipment. Ensure that equipment operates safely and economically and within established limits by monitoring attached meters, gauges, and computerized controls. Manually control equipment and make the necessary adjustments.

· Use hand and power tools to perform repairs and maintenance ranging from a complete overhaul to replacing defective components that meet the manufacturer’s specifications.

· Record relevant events and facts concerning operation and maintenance in an equipment log.

· Detect potential mechanical problems by observing and listening to the pitch of the machinery.

· Routinely check safety devices, identifying and correcting any trouble that develops.

· Develop a strong customer service-oriented relationship with client, employees and managers.

· Solve client facilities-related problems.

· Conduct day-to-day activities necessary to provide for the safety and comfort of the facility occupants.

· Maintain a spare parts inventory to include maintenance & plumbing supplies, hardware, air filters, belts, motors, pumps, lights, ballast, fixtures and electrical supplies in the most efficient and cost effective manner possible.

· Execute preventive maintenance programs to protect the value and extend the life of all facility equipment to insure cost-effective operation.

· Report all equipment failures to your supervisor.

· Report all potential liability situations to supervisor.

· When scheduled, maintain on-call status 24-hrs daily for immediate action pertaining to critical systems failure.

· Maintain and complete daily inspections on company-owned or leased vehicles, equipment and tools before each use.

· Report all emergency situations to client and to C&W SERVICES management.

· Exhibit good personal grooming, including proper maintenance of company uniforms.

· Practice client security regulations and procedures.

· Provide project supervision of subcontractors.

· Assist in the recording and updating of project status reports

· Assist in the soliciting proposals as necessary on-site.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

· Perform all assigned tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

· Inspect critical systems for proper operation and make necessary adjustments or repairs.

· Where required use equipment logs located on the equipment to record findings.

· Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals.

· Performs other related duties as required or requested.

· Maintain assigned tools and equipment in clean, proper working condition; notify Supervisor in the event an assigned tool is found to be or becomes defective.

· Ensure compliance with all company and customer policies, regulations, and procedures.

· Effectively communicate in a positive, proactive manner with all team members, customer employees, and vendors; demonstrate a team and teamwork values.

· Participate in the continuous improvement process.

· Logging daily maintenance performance in detail into our (CMMS) Computer Maintenance Management System.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $22.10 - $26.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.  Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “C&W Services”