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Missoula County HVAC Engineer in Missoula, Montana
HVAC EngineerSalary$26.32 - $29.78 HourlyLocation Missoula, MTJob TypeRegular Full-time, 40 hours/weekJob Number2024-00393DepartmentFacilities ManagementOpening Date04/12/2024Closing Date5/10/2024 5:00 PM MountainBargaining UnitMFPE-Federation of MIssoula County EmployeesWork SiteMissoula CountyScheduling/Hours of WorkFull time Monday through FridayDefinitionThis is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $26.3244 - $29.7837 per hour, DOE.The Facilities Management Department is seeking a HVAC ENGINEER to join their team. This position primarily performs duties related to the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at various Missoula County sites for the Facilities Maintenance Department. Also performs all of the technical building and grounds maintenance work of a Building Engineer. Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024. It is in your best interest to apply by this date.To Apply: •Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested.•Please include with your completed application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, any relevant certifications.•Incomplete applications will be disqualified.•Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.Representative Examples of WorkRepairs and maintains chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, HVAC and well water-cooling systems. Performs service repair and maintenance of heating equipment, ventilation equipment, boilers, pumps, and related equipment. Repairs and replaces refrigeration compressors and system components; troubleshoots electrical components of large refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Brazes ACR copper fittings and uses a vacuum pump and recovery unit for making repairs. Repairs and replaces electronic digital control systems; programs and services building automation controls Adjusts settings or logic from a laptop or a desktop computer. Observes county building structures, envelopes and systems; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Monitors preventive maintenance schedules and computerized control systems, performs preventive maintenance on hydronic circuits, boilers, and building access control systems. Performs maintenance and fixture replacement on lighting systems. Assists with maintenance and repairs at remote mountain transmitter sites in all weather conditions. Performs work to repair specialized building systems including: fire and security systems; tube transport system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing, electrical, and minor welding repairs. Assists with fire extinguisher maintenance. Monitors supply inventory, maintains computerized records, and notifies the supervisor when supplies or parts are needed; places orders for supplies. Picks up supplies or materials as required. Adheres to tool control policy. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. Minimum Qualifications•Requires high school graduation or GED.•Requires EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. NATE Core certification desired.•Requires four years of HVAC installation, repair and maintenance experience. •SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass a driving history and extensive criminal background check. Physical/Environmental DemandsThe work is performed at a wide variety of facilities county wide including but not limited to: County courthouse and other office buildings; county fairgrounds; mountain transmitter sites; etc. The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and in facilities in various states of repair. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and high ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four-wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift and other equipment. Requires work outside of the normal workday and the employee will be subject to on-call assignments that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region. Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.AgencyMissoula CountyAddress200 W BroadwayMissoula, Montana, 59802Phone406-258-4874Websitehttp://www.missoulacounty.us