Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems Foreman

Bryn Mawr College has an opening for a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems Foreman.

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Facilities Services, this position is responsible for the supervision and direction of the Colleges in-house HVAC personnel. Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance/repair of all HVAC systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and assigns all service and maintenance requests for the trade. Balance workload as necessary.
• Coordinates repair and installation of HVAC systems, including the initiation, monitoring, and approval of work performed by outside contractors.
• Develops, implements and monitors preventative maintenance program for equipment and systems.
• Determines the need for replacement of equipment based on life-cycle analysis.
• Makes prudent fiscal decisions on a daily basis and during emergency situations.
• Consults regularly with Facilities Management team concerning the state of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Supervises HVAC Lead and zone mechanics.
• Performs expert work in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of industrial and commercial heating ventilation and air-conditioning equipment and controls.
• Monitors and enforces safety procedures associated with the operation of HVAC equipment and knows the current state and local codes in regards to safety.
• Oversee maintenance and repairs on refrigeration units, cooling towers, boilers, manual/automatic combustion control systems/burners, generators, electrical.
• Maintains good working relationships with campus faculty, staff, and students.
• Assists the department in realizing objectives pertaining to special events at the college which may not be mechanical in nature.
• Coordinates efforts and provides guidance to contractors working on campus.

• Oversees all necessary HVAC related services including, but not limited to the following:
• Starting/stopping equipment
• General cleaning
• Removal/installation of serviceable parts
• Change air/water filters
• Calibrating controls
• Adjusts industrial capacity vents and ducts
• Charges refrigerants into compression or fluids into systems
• Tests joints for leaks
• Drains/flushes systems
• Test/treats boiler feed water
• Greases/oils equipment

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or directed.

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY:

• Work is subject to a general review by supervisor.
• Maintains strong working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Communication may involve routine reporting or exchange of information as well as moderately complex technical information.
• Performs basic research and analysis of technical information.
• Performs regular on-call duties as well as responses to emergency service calls.
• Work is received on a daily basis from Assistant Director(s), or Director in a variety of formats ranging from simple oral instructions to complex schematics.
• In performance of duties, the employee may experience exposure to loud noises, uncomfortable temperatures, physical effort involving lifting heavy weights, stooping, or standing for extended periods of time.
• Errors result in loss of time and money. Errors may result in fire or other safety hazard

• Ten to fifteen years of experience in the operation of HVAC equipment and systems in industrial and commercial applications.
• Universal CFC certification; OSHA 40 Certification and pesticide applicators license preferred.
• Current and valid drivers license from state of residence.
• General knowledge and understanding of electrical systems (24 to 480 volt)
• Ability to understand blueprints.
• General knowledge of national electric codes, basic plumbing systems, and building trades.
• Basic working knowledge of and ability to use electronic Building Management Systems (BMS). Ability to recommend and implement building sequence of operation changes is preferred.
• Experience with energy efficient equipment (i.e., condensing boilers and energy recovery equipment preferred.
• Safely handle chemicals that are used in a skilled craft trade.
• Excellent Interpersonal and oral communication skills.

ADA Considerations

The essential functions of this position may require the ability to:

• Perform tasks that may involve prolonged periods of walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping and lifting.
• Lift and carry 80 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Be mobile across campus with may include walking up and down steps and climbing ladders.
• Work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Distinguish colors.
• Read written directions and written instructions on equipment, chemicals and other tools to safely operate equipment.
• Provide written documentation.
• Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as using hand tools, operating machinery, and making precise adjustments or repairs.

• Perceive and interpret auditory cues (such as alarms, signals, or spoken instructions) in a work environment.

• Utilize visual acuity to inspect equipment, read gauges, identify safety hazards, and perform detailed mechanical work.