Class Code: 08330
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
HVAC COORDINATOR
DEFINITION
This class
is used only in the Department of Public Defense; plans/coordinates the
maintenance, repair, installation, inspection, and operation of heating, air
conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems and leads two or more employees,
volunteers, inmates, residents or soldiers in the installation, alteration,
maintenance, and repair of plumbing and related systems; performs related work
as required.
The
Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and
not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Assists supervisor by performing such duties as instructing
employees, answering questions, distributing and balancing the workload and
checking work; may make suggestions on selection, promotions and reassignments.
Coordinates/schedules
repairs to minimize downtime and user inconvenience users, or priority of
building need; performs routine system/unit inspections and documents
deficiencies for maintenance/repair requirements; prepares boilers/regulated
water heaters for inspection by State Boiler Inspector and assists with
inspections; submits purchase orders for repair parts, follows up on parts
status, and receives parts for installation.
Monitors
the performance of the BAS communication system and overrides operational
values when necessary; performs these functions so as to maintain efficient
systems operations; documents changes in BAS systems and electronic components
and communicates with engineer, and recommends when an outside vendor must be
called in for repairs or maintenance needs; acts as point of contact for vendor
and remains on site while vendor is performing work; follows purchasing and
authorization procedures when calling in outside repair services.
Assists
engineer in the design/development of HVAC systems as part of building
remodeling, new construction, or system upgrade projects; estimates/specifies
material and equipment requirements for projects, prepare duct work design,
determine installation plan, compiles and submits purchase requests; when
assigned to reviews plans, blueprints, specifications, and conducts on-site
visits.
Estimates and
orders material for engineer projects; coordinates job site task assignment
between soldiers and civilians trades employees, so work is performed in
logical construction sequence and priority; works closely with engineers on
special projects performing such tasks as: inspect/verify that projects are
built to specifications, coordinate/provide support or input to contractors
working on projects, and make recommendations to management on pending
projects; ensures completed work is properly documented for historical
purposes.
Responsible for
Occupational Safety and Health rules/requirements, safety/compliance procedures
common to the trade; insures maintenance/repair data or documentation reports
are submitted to supervisor in a timely manner and maintained for historical
purposes according to established preventative maintenance procedures.
Directs/performs highly
skilled mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and electronic work that
complies with manufacturer’s specifications, accepted trade standards and
regulatory codes related to equipment/systems including (central gas forced air
furnaces, packaged terminal units, heat pumps, radiant heat, hydronic heat, low
pressure steam boiler systems, regulated inspectable water heaters, central air
conditioning systems, packaged terminal units, chillers, window AC units,
walk-in refrigeration units, walk-in freezers, appliance refrigeration units,
commercial ice-makers and ducted distribution systems).
Oversees/performs
diagnostic procedures and repair of electronic components, computers, and
digital data controls related to the operation of HVAC systems to ensure proper
operating parameters including Micronet, Powerlogic, Toshiba, Tosvert 130 and
Altivar 56 and systems components (e.g., direct digital controls for variable
air volume terminal boxes, pressure transducers, digital controllers, digital
wall sensors, proportional integral controls, microprocessors, reversible and
proportional electric actuators, variable speed drives, dampers, valves, and
program switches).
Explains/operates
systems software to control variable air volume, diagnostic reporting, flow
sensor, verification, temperature sensor verification, negative air flow
detection, proper communication in Building Automation System (BAS) and various
operating values.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Skilled in maintenance,
repair, installation, inspection, operation and diagnostic of air conditioning,
ventilation, heating, boilers, refrigeration, and knowledge of the utilization
of building automated systems as a diagnostic procedures on HVAC and related
BAS systems.
Skill in the use of tools,
equipment, and techniques normally associated with the HVAC trade.
Knowledge of HVAC
mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and electronic trade practices and
procedures.
Knowledge of confined space
regulatory procedures and the practical knowledge of working in a confined
space environment.
Knowledge of regulations,
standards, codes, and safety requirements for the HVAC trade.
Knowledge of low pressure
steam boiler operations.
Knowledge in the operation
of building automated systems as it relates to HVAC systems.
Knowledge of controller
programming including new and existing control programs to make appropriate
communication connections.
Knowledge of the necessary application
software residing on a laptop computer or similar programming tool to make
appropriate communication connections.
Ability to program BAS
servers and/or controllers as part of an in-house digital data controller (DDC)
installation/retrofit, or to make corrections to the functioning of existing
HVAC systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and
diagnose problems as they arise in HVAC systems to ensure timely and cost
saving repairs; ability to bring systems and equipment back on line quickly and
efficiently.
Ability to interpret
blueprints and specifications.
Ability to visually and
audibly inspect, install, and monitor the various components of HVAC systems by
lifting heavy objects, climbing stairs and ladders, working in high places or
in tight or awkward positions, while effectively using the personal protective
equipment necessary for particular tasks.
Ability to learn how to use
forklifts, and other material handling equipment, as the need arises.
Ability to perform basic
arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios
and fraction.
Ability to work in extreme
weather conditions and capable of wearing personal protective equipment.
Displays high standards of
ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and
integrity. Refrains from theft-related,
dishonest or unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with
internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite,
courteous, and cooperative manner.
Committed to quality service.
Displays a high level of
initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments
efficiently. Works with minimal
supervision. Demonstrates responsible
behavior and attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to
supervision. Follows policy and
cooperates with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the
needs, priorities and goals of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates
cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.
Fosters commitment and team spirit.
Expresses information to
individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature
of the information. Listens to others
and responds appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Experience equal to five
years of full-time work in the installation, maintenance, repair and operation
of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, boilers, refrigeration, and
ancillary equipment related to HVAC, plus two years of full-time experience
programming building automated systems;
OR
graduation from an accredited college, technical or
recognized trade school with an associate’s degree in building automation
systems or logic control programming related to HVAC systems plus five years
related experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and
experience, substituting one year of post high school education in HVAC for
each year of the required experience to a maximum substitution of two years.
Must
possess a valid Iowa Drivers License.
Must be
able to obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License as determined by the
appointing authority.
Must be
able to be on-call and respond to after-hour page out alarms or telephone
requests.
For designated positions the appointing authority,
with Iowa Department of Administrative Services-Human Resources Enterprise
prior approval, may request those applicants possessing a minimum of twelve
semester hours of education, six months of experience, or a combination of
both, or a specific certificate, license, or endorsement in the following
areas:
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Applicants
wishing to be considered for such designated positions must list applicable
course work, experience, certificate, license, or endorsement on the
application.
Effective
Date: 08/07 SH