HVAC Technician II - The Clark Art Institute -

Position Summary

The HVAC Technician II is responsible for the skilled maintenance, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of the Institute’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated mechanical infrastructure. Working with a greater degree of independence, this position performs complex repairs, system adjustments, and preventative maintenance to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of building systems and equipment.

This position requires advanced technical knowledge to identify and resolve mechanical and operational issues, interpret technical schematics, and support the installation and optimization of HVAC equipment and building controls. The HVAC II also insists in coordinating maintenance activities, supports the operation of the Institute’s geothermal water supply system, and collaborates with Facilities personnel and outside contractors to maintain optimal building conditions.

This is a Sunday through Thursday schedule. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

•  Perform maintenance, diagnosis, repair and alteration of heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, control devices and related equipment to assure maximum operation efficiency.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and other technical materials in order to facilitate proper installation and maintenance of all HVAC systems and controls. Monitor installation of equipment by others to ensure contract compliance.
• Perform regular inspections of the Institute’s building HVAC and infrastructure support systems to identify problems and schedule appropriate corrective action as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance to various building operating systems such as HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the computerized “Building Management System” including running scheduled diagnostic system checks.  Perform corrective measures as required.
• Maintain all tools and equipment to ensure proper and safe working order.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations for fuels, refrigerants and hazardous materials in addition to following general safety rules, regulations and practices.
• May work as a team with grounds and facilities staffs for special events.
• Remote monitoring of HVAC systems
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to buildings including to roof drains, windows, interior and exterior finishes, wells, woodwork, etc.
• Participate in on-call system, which includes an on-call week out of every five weeks, and requires living within a one-hour drive of the Clark.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

 Education, Training, and Skills

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• MA Plumbing License preferred

 Work Experience

• Five or more years of experience as an HVAC technician or similar position, or equivalence in education preferred.
• Understanding of principles of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating.
• Working knowledge of boiler systems.
• Proficient in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols.
• Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice.

 Physical Demands and Work Environment

 The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands:
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements continuously:
    • Lifting under 40 lbs
    • Standing
    • Walking on uneven surfaces
    • Climbing stairs
    • Bending
    • Simple hand grasping
  • Able to perform the following physical requirements frequently:
    • Lifting over 40 lbs
    • Using oil or chemicals
    • Climbing ladders
    • Stooping
    • Walking on wet or slippery surfaces
    • Reaching

 Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office environment, museum spaces, mechanical spaces, and the outdoors. The noise level ranges from low to high. The environment is frequently dusty, and there is exposure to fumes and hot and cold temperatures. Work sometimes needs to be performed in confined spaces.