Job DetailsJob Location: Bernalillo, NM 87004Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $37.54 - $42.24 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Public Works

        Position Summary

         Under general supervision, performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on plumbing systems and HVAC systems on Pueblo of Sandia facilities.

        Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contribute towards the ongoing success at Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.   

        Essential Duties and Responsibilities

            Under direct supervision, installs new HVAC equipment, performs routine repairs and maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems including any air distribution machinery, mechanical, electronic, pneumatic and digital control, hot and chilled water distribution pumps, and variable air volume systems.
            Performs preventative maintenance, adjustments, and repairs on HVAC systems, including evaporative cooling systems.
            Ability to trouble shoot mechanical systems in live systems and safely shutting electrical services, utilizing LOTO-Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
            Applications for low voltage controls and wiring.
            Performs seasonal overhauls and transitions of systems to and from heating/cooling.
            Diagnoses and repairs ice machines.
            Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat exchangers.
            Repairs and replaces radiator valves, traps, and condensate pipes.
            Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps.
            Troubleshoots and repairs water, and gas utility distribution systems.
            Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
            Diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions; installs, replaces or repairs damaged equipment; calibrates thermostatic controls.
            Inspects and observes pressure of liquids and vapor with instrumentation to ensure efficient operation of units and makes necessary adjustments; inspects and services refrigeration equipment, including refrigerators.
            Perform light electrical duties for commercial use.
            he above-listed duties are intended to be general in nature and level of work performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position
            Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.  

         Additional Responsibilities

            Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
            Strong interpersonal skills with all direct work associates as well as networking with all Team Members are essential throughout Pueblo of Sandia whether they hold public facing and/or back-of-the-house positions.  

        All Team Members must:

            Be polite, friendly and professional always.  
            Demonstrate an approachable demeanor when working with all co-workers and Team Members throughout the company.  
            Reflect a kind, empathetic, patient, and respectful behavior with all internal and external business dealings. 
            Support co-workers as needed to meet business demands.  
            Build professional work relationships with all Team Members while supporting a strong teamwork environment.  
            Maintain a friendly, professional and approachable demeanor in the performance of all duties.  

         Key Performance Indicators

        This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success. KPI’s will be shared to all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process. 

        Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

            Ability to work with others.
            Ability to operate manual and power tools used in the performance of HVAC maintenance work. This includes gauges, meters and instruments to perform regular mechanical tasks.
            Ability to prepare maintenance reports.
            Knowledge of general safety rules, requirements, procedures and reporting requirements.
            Ability to communicate effectively and maintain good public and employee relations. Including educational information and awareness to properly operate equipment within a building regarding equipment performance.
            Ability to perform preventative maintenance according to published guidelines.
            Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
            Knowledge of HVAC installations, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
            Ability to perform preventative maintenance according to published guidelines.
            Knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems maintenance and repair.
            Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
            Ability to perform duties considering the full use of Personal Protective Equipment without restrictions.
            Available 24 hours a day.

Qualifications

           Education and Experience  

        Required:

            High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
            Four (4) years of HVAC or Refrigeration experience.  

        Note: Any combination of trade school and/or experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required experience.

        License/Certifications/Registrations 

        The following certification is required prior to employment start date:

            Universal Refrigerant Certification, 
            JR: Journeyman refrigeration.
            Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License.
            Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.
            Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

        The following Certificates are preferred: 

            JSM: Journeyman sheet metal
            JP: Journeyman plumber
            BO1/BO2: boiler operation (low or high pressure)
            JG: Journeyman gas fitters

         

        Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

        The following selected physical activities are required to perform the essential functions of this position

        Physical Requirement

        Description

        Balancing

        Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

        Climbing

        Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.

        Crawling

        Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

        Crouching

        Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

        Feeling

        Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

        Finger Dexterity

         

        Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.

        Grasping

        Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

        Hearing

        Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.

        Kneeling

        Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

        Lifting

        Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. (Up to 50 lbs.)

        Pulling

        Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion. (Up to 50 lbs.)

        Pushing

        Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. (Up to 50 lbs.)

        Reaching

        Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

        Seeing

        The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.

        Walking

        Job requirements include, in the performance of duties, walking throughout the work area, on various work surfaces throughout internal or external locations. 

        Sitting

        Particularly for sustained periods of time.

        Standing

        Particularly for sustained periods of time.

        Stooping

        Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.

        Talking

        Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

        Working Conditions Required:

            Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements both indoors and outdoors, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, bio-hazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises. 
            Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; kneeling, heavy lifting, climbing, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

        Note: The work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment

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