Facilities Maintenance Technician II HVAC Technician

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Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and must have at least (A) four years of experience in commercial/residential construction or maintenance and (B) of which at least oneyear must have been in a supervisory capacity and (C) must have graduated from a qualified trade school in the appropriate craft.

Special Requirements
Incumbents are required to be licensed as one or more of the following:
1. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;
2. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Refrigeration Technician - H.V.A.C. issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;
3. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Pipefitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;
4. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Oil Burner Technician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services;
5. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Sprinkler Fitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters;
6. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Electrician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians;
7. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Plumber - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters;
8. A Massachusetts Department of Transportation Welder Qualification Test Record and the Welder Qualification Certificate (Green Card) is required for field welders.

Incumbents must possess a current valid Class D vehicle operators license that is maintained in good standing or an equivalent license from the state in which s/he resides.

• For questions regarding the job posting please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at
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• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method call the ADA Coordinator Lucy Bayard at .

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you your loved ones and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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Position Summary

The incumbent of this position will perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks and repairs to facilities utilizing knowledge and skill in Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC). He/She will be primarily responsible for maintaining HVAC cooling systems; identifying repair and/or replacement needs; providing necessary information on the proper uses of equipment and assisting other skilled trades as required. The incumbent should be familiar with various control systems such as Direct Digital Control for Intelligent Network Air Conditioning. The incumbent may be assigned to perform a wide variety of tasks within other building maintenance skilled crafts that do not require a specific license or certification.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigates building equipment or structures to identify causes of breakdown or malfunction and repair.

• Plans and organizes work to be performed and verifies that all necessary materials and parts are available.

• Reports breakdowns deterioration or malfunction of facility and structures equipment to Foreman as noted during inspections and may recommend remedial action and/or the use of new materials and equipment. Performs diversified building grounds and bridge maintenance work below the journeyman level when not engaged in work of primary craft.

• Prepares reports on materials equipment and time involved on various maintenance projects as requested.

• Interprets and/or draws up sketches patterns blueprints instructions and/or layouts of work to be done. Confers with unit control section various department heads or supervisors regarding handling of emergencies the feasibility of performing repair or alterations and the scheduling of work.

• Provides technical assistance to other employees

• Provides instruction for subordinates regarding handling of emergencies the feasibility of performing repair or alteration and the scheduling of work.

• Inspects buildings to determine need for repairs.

• Reads and interprets blueprints sketches instructions or layouts to understand construction work to be done.

• Schedules installation maintenance and/or repair work by conferring with supervisors and other department personnel to determine location of equipment and appropriate time to complete the to use Building Maintenance Software (Vue Works).

• Estimates length of time cost of materials and manpower needed by using current market rates and man-hour output to develop a work project budget. Handles complaints from facilities occupants regarding assigned work and takes appropriate corrective action.

• Performs related work such as making and assembling metal ducts and chassis parts for heating air-conditioning and refrigeration systems; drilling holes for mounting brackets; screwing bolting riveting and welding parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors controls switches and gauges; and installing shells and cabinets of systems.

• Maintains and repairs equipment by replacing worn or defective parts such as switches fuses thermostats.

• Receives specific assignments and obtains materials and special tools from stock as required.

• Uses all standard and special tools required of primary craft and all standard tools required of other crafts as necessary.

• Reads and interprets written instructions diagrams and maintenance manuals.

• Constructs assembles repairs and/or adjusts facility maintenance equipment and/or highway signs.

• Reports under emergency conditions such as utility breaks.

• Prepares requisitions for supplies and equipment as needed.

• Maintains record on such matters as work completed timesheets etc.
  

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position incumbents are often exposed to adverse conditions environmental hazards and noise. Incumbents may stand for prolonged periods of time and are frequently exposed to cleaning solutions cement paint fumes airborne particles or toxic caustic chemicals gases and other elements of a similar nature. Incumbents are frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts vibration causing tools or equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

HVAC Licensing and/or Certification Requirements

• Refrigeration Technician License by the State of Massachusetts. The term licensed refers to the State of Massachusetts licensed HVAC Techs which enables them to work on High tonnage equipment.

• Possession of the Freon (refrigerant) recovery license which is an EPA certificate.

• Possession of Universal Certification under federal requirements 608 Air Conditioning Technician Certification.

About MassDOT

The 4000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealths residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing implementing and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan design construct and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOTs culture and career opportunities can be found at divisions include Highway Registry of Motor Vehicles Aeronautics and Rail & Transit. Headquarters(Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of thefour (4) divisions.