City of Portland - HVAC Technician II

Start Date: April 08, 2025 | End Date: April 25, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other
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Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department - (1) Full-time Position – 40 hours/week.

This position performs skilled work in the operation of maintenance of boilers, ventilation equipment and systems, air-conditioning equipment, and preventive maintenance programs for HVAC.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must have a good understanding of DDC controls, Pneumatic controls, Energy Management Systems, and other modern technical controls.

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of heating and air-conditioning systems, to include but not limited to, testing of controls, chemical treatments, etc.

• Maintains boilers, pumps, pneumatic and electrical controls and related materials.

• Performs preventative maintenance through testing and daily observation of equipment. Keeps maintenance records of all equipment and keeps a daily log of operations and maintenance.

• Keeps boiler rooms and mechanical rooms clean and free of obstruction.

• Maintains comfort level in various seasons, responds to maintenance concerns in the building; Problems are corrected by the employee or reported to supervisor for proper direction.

• Performs maintenance and trouble shooting on HVAC equipment in all City and School buildings as assigned.

• Coordinates work with outside contractors when necessary.

• Ensures safe operation of equipment and safe working conditions within the buildings.

Requirements of Work:

• Skilled in using specialized tools, gauges, methods and practices in the maintenance of Heating, Ventilation, and Air-conditioning equipment;

• Knowledge and implementation of all safety controls and procedures related to mechanical equipment;

• Knowledge of boiler water chemical testing and treatment;

• Knowledge of plumbing and electrical distribution related to the HVAC operation.

• Knowledge of principles of combustion, mechanics and hydraulics.

• Must have knowledge and ability to evacuate refrigerant, ability to learn pneumatic and DDC controls and systems and a working knowledge of appropriate tools, gauges and meters as it relates to the plumbing, heating and HVAC industry.

• Must have the ability to read blueprints and schematics and the ability to interpret and understand technical manuals; ability to lift 50 lbs. and ability to climb ladders and work at heights ranging from 20-50’.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

• Successful candidates must possess a valid State of Maine Class C driver's license and have a good driving record; must undergo pre-employment fitness assessment; must pass Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) background check, Department of Education background check.

To qualify as an HVAC Technician I you must possess a minimum of one of the following four criteria:

• Journeyman or Journeyman in training

• HVACR Certification

• EPA Certification

• Limited Electrical License

• Must have 1–3 years of related experience in the plumbing, heating and HVAC field

To qualify as an HVAC Technician II you must meet the requirements of an HVAC I and possess a minimum of one of the following three criteria:

• Master Oil Burner Licenses 1-2 License

• Natural Gas & Propane License;

• Master Plumber License

• Must have 3-5 years of responsible experience with DDC troubleshooting and installation knowledge

Applications accepted until 04/25/2025.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

Starting salary pay range - Labor & Trades Union:

• HVAC I - Grade 55 - $27.36/hr; $1,094.40/wkly up to $31.70/hr; $1,268/wkly

• HVAC II - Grade 58 - $29.02/hr; $1,160.80/wkly up to $33.64/hr; $1,345.60/wkly

• Starting pay range will be based on years of relevant work experience.

• Applicants who possess all three of the requirements in the HVAC II will receive a 3% stipend in addition to their weekly pay.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected].

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