HVAC Technician

Position Description Are you looking for an end goal, long-term career opportunity that offers comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, vision, (dependent children at no-cost!) an excellent retirement program, long term disability, group term life insurance, paid parental leave, maternity and paternity leave, deferred compensation options, a free ORCA pass and much, much more? CHECK OUT OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE HERE! Seattle Center, Technical Facilities Management Division, is seeking full-time HVAC Technicians to welcome into our dynamic team! This position will run continuously until filled, so apply today! About This Position The HVAC Technician position is part of a team responsible for operating and maintaining the Seattle Center boilers, chillers, heat pumps, AC units, plus all Air Handling Units and mixing boxes in the buildings and facilities. This HVAC Engineering unit is part of the Division of Technical Facilities Management. This position reports to the HVAC Crew Chief. A City of Seattle Grade II Steam License is REQUIRED; however, we are accepting applications from applicants with a Grade III City of Seattle Steam Engineers license, with the condition that they must obtain a City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers license, within six months of employment. Job Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and repair central plant high pressure, fire tube boilers, and low-pressure package boilers and both steam and hot water associated equipment. Operate, maintain, and repair two central plant Centrifugal Chillers and associated equipment. Perform inspections, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance on existing equipment including valves, pumps, air compressors and associated equipment Troubleshoot and repair A/C Units, Heat pumps and appliances. Operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC computerized control system. Operate and maintain back-up diesel generator systems Monitor and reset fire control panels. Repair and maintain hydraulic systems on compactors and truck ramps. Monitor and record readings of all equipment, prepare maintenance records of repair work. Respond to routine emergency calls. Perform, chemical test and treatment for boilers, cooling towers and Hydronic and chilled water loop systems. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: A current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License. Requires two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of HVACR systems or two years of technical school HVACR coursework (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Desired Qualifications You will be successful in this role if you have: Excellent troubleshooting skills The ability to work within a diverse workforce Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting or alone Demonstrated ability to follow verbal or written instructions Demonstrated ability to organize work, solve medium to complex problems and manage competing priorities and inflexible deadlines Work experience in maintaining and operating digital control systems License, Certification, And Other Requirements A current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License A valid Washington State Driver License Ability to obtain a City of Seattle Refrigeration Operator’s License within 90 days of employment Work Environment/Physical Demands Stand, walk, climb, climb ladders, bend for extended periods of time. Lift up to 50 lbs. (up to 75 lbs. with assistance) safely and effectively. Working at heights and in restricted areas using precautions and attention to safety procedures/equipment. Exposure to excessive noise and requires taking safety precautions around equipment. Seattle Center is a 24/7 – 365 day per year operation. HVAC Technicians work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays. Additional Information How To Apply The full pay range for this step-progression position is $69.13 - $74.80 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $69.13 hourly. Current City employees’ starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Submit the following items to be considered for these vacancies: NEOGOV online (or paper) application Supplemental questionnaire Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and