Job Details
General Job Information
Job Summary
Operates, through automatic controls, all equipment in the HVAC mechanical room to ensure safe and reliable operation and consistent temperature throughout the facility. Inspects operating boilers, chillers, cooling towers, hot water heaters and all associated pumps, air handling unit, variable air volume units and actuators to ensure equipment is operating properly in accordance with prescribed standards. Ensure water lines, water levels and relief valves are in good condition and functioning properly. Conducts inspection to ascertain whether equipment is operating at maximum efficiency and are in compliance with OSHA regulations and local fire codes. Makes repairs to piping system and equipment. Implements a preventative maintenance program. Conducts emergency repairs on all types of equipment. Supervises support contractors to ensure work is performed to standard and that work tickets are properly completed and forwarded for processing.
Qualifications
Ability to operate, maintain and repair industrial boilers and chillers, hot water heaters, cooling towers, pumps and valves, air volume equipment and other HVAC equipment.
Licensures, Certifications and other requirements
Class 1 Engineer License
Education
Must possess a high school diploma or a certificate of equivalency (GED)
Work Experience
Experience operating industrial chillers and proper use of industrial refrigerant gases.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a controlled environment and involves some exposure to moderate risk of accidents and requires following basic safety precautions.
Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
Duration of Appointment: Permanent
Tour of Duty: Required to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
This position is in the collective bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through an automatic payroll deduction.
First Screening: 04/22/2024
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.
Position Designation: This position is deemed as "Safety Sensitive" pursuant to Section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying safety sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:
- Criminal background check;
- Traffic record check (as applicable);
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol test;
- Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;
- Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test;
- Random drug and alcohol test; and
- Return-to-duty or follow-up drug and alcohol test.
RESIDENCY PREFERENCE AMENDMENT ACT OF 1988
A person applying for a position in the Career Service, Educational Service, Management Supervisory Service, a line attorney position in the Legal Service (series 905), or an attorney position in the Excepted Service (series 905) who is a bona fide District resident AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION for the position may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present proof of bona fide District residency and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination
The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for a job with the Government of the District of Columbia, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or you must request an exemption from your representative.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.