DSHS FTAA Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technician

We are looking to hire a Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Technician to join our hard-working Maintenance and Operations Division (MOD) team in Lakewood, Washington, at our Western State Hospital campus. In this role, you will perform journey-level work in the diagnosis, testing, repair, installation, and maintenance of HVAC, steam distribution systems, and gas-fired equipment. You will also maintain the building automation system for building energy management.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

Some of what you will do:

• Repair and maintain HVAC systems with computer systems across the Western State Hospital campus. These systems control many large buildings at multiple locations for a 1.5 million square foot hospital
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain control systems that include electrical, electronic, and pneumatic sensors and actuators
• Repair and maintain equipment such aspumps, traps, valves, steam, laundry, kitchen equipment,motors, belts, sheaves, control valves, heating and cooling coils, dampers, and change filters
• Monitor and adjust heat and air conditioning in buildings using automated building monitoring and control systems
• Repair pneumatic, electric, electronic, temperature, and humidity controls
• Disassemble valves and equipment, replace worn parts, and reassemble and test equipment
• Drive equipment in transporting supplies and tools

Who should apply?

Those with journey-level standing as a refrigeration mechanic, steamfitter, or HVAC technician as attested by:

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in HVAC, refrigeration, or steamfitter trades

OR

Full journey-level status in Plumbers and Pipefitters Union

OR

Five years of applicable experience in the HVAC, refrigeration, or steamfitter trades or a combination of the two. (Vocational or trade school training as an HVAC, steamfitter, or refrigeration mechanic will substitute, year for year, for work experience up to a maximum of two years.)

As well as:

• EPA/CFC certification card

Desired:

• Computer skills
• Knowledge of hazards and safety practices of the HVAC trade
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and update blueprints
• Use of arc and gas welding equipment
• An active EL06A license

To be considered for this opportunity, please include the following:

• Current chronological resume
• A Cover letter
• Three professional references with current contact information

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Grant Grady at ... and reference project number 05022.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

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