HVAC Technician

JOB Seattle City Light, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. We work hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. We are recognized as a national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship!Our team is hiring experienced HVAC Technicians to perform journey-level mechanical work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment (HVAC-R) and related City Light building systems. To perform this work, we required four (4) industry specific licenses are required and listed below.HVAC Technicians are stationed at the South Service Center in Seattle and requires travel to a variety of City Light facilities, including those located in remote locations. Travel can vary from one day up to two weeks. In the job you may be exposed to excessive noise, working at acute heights, and confined areas, requiring adherence to all safety polices, and procedures. The position reports to the Facilities Technical Supervisor. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Job Responsibilities:Operate, maintain, repair, or replace chillers, heat pumps, coolers, refrigeration units, variable air volume systems, air handling units, exhaust systems, condensers, evaporators, water heating units, and cooling towers; replace heating coils, strip heaters, baseboard heaters, thermostats, direct digital control systems, drive units, and circuits.Replace pneumatic HVAC control systems, Hydronic and steam distribution systems, condensate returns, and associated building temperature controls.Respond to routine and emergency HVAC calls from supported facilities, ensuring all systems are functioning to standards and meeting customer needs.Supervise HVAC systems and make vital adjustments to maintain efficient performance.Coordinate maintenance for HVAC equipment, handle stock of parts and materials, update schedules and reports, and keep equipment history records.Read, interpret and update blueprints, drawings, and schematics for troubleshooting, project evaluations, verification of system status, and planning purposes.Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic HVAC-related systems to resolve issues and efficiently implement solutions. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Additional information:Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without noticePlease submit the following with your online application: Cover Letter – describe your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities aligned to minimum qualifications and include your licensing status for each required license.License Verification – Any documentation that provides proof of the required licenses including their date of expiration if applicable. For Pending licenses, please provide your affidavit of required hours, or summary of steps remaining to obtain the license (e.g., pending exam dates, or continuing education courses).Resume - A current history of your professional work experience, licenses and certifications.Who May Apply: We value different perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 (Download PDF reader). A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. You will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.The full salary range for this position is $57.35 - $62.01.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plansWant to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: Careers at Seattle City Light - City Light | seattle.gov