HVAC Technician

This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the maintenance repair and construction Zoo electrical HVAC systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, service, repair, and perform preventative maintenance tasks associated with HVAC systems
• Monitor equipment and systems for proper and efficient operation
• Perform HVAC controls testing
• Consult with the department director and other staff as necessary to determine the Zoo’s overall HVAC requirements; and prepare technical specifications and project plans as required
• Prepare estimate of work hours, materials, and resources required for projects
• Order replacement parts and maintain parts inventory
• Maintain service records on electrical systems and delivery, HVAC and other equipment as requested
• Maintain required CFC records and precipitate inventory of CFC and other “FREON”
• Operate all necessary hand tools and equipment to perform required duties
• Possess knowledge of Johnson Metasys System or other associated controls
• Track and log all time and materials used
• Assist other trades as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Two years experience as a facilities maintenance technician or able to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed under duties
• Familiar with maintenance/construction equipment and safety practices
• Ability to operate various maintenance/construction equipment and tools
• Knowledge of Fort Worth city codes as needed
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain Zoo standards of insurability

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 years experience in maintenance/construction field

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

• CFC type 1 and 2 certifications
• Universal certification preferred

Physical Demands: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Team oriented environment
• Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
• Ability to work special events and functions as required
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather

Disclaimer

• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.
• To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits 

• This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits: 
• Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
• PTO Rollover
• PTO Sell Back
• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs