Lead HVAC Controls Tech

Department Description

The Plant Operations & Maintenance (PO&M) Department is a 24 hour, seven day a week operation responsible for the operation, repair and maintenance of buildings, systems, and grounds at the UC Davis Health System that includes 148 acres and structures that total 4 million GMSF. Plant Operations & Maintenance is one of the largest operations and maintenance support providers to clinical, administrative, research, SOM and SON departments throughout the Health System. UC Davis Health System is one of several UC campuses that have their own cogeneration, central power plants. Cogeneration (Combined Heat and Power or CHP) is the simultaneous production of electricity and heat, both of which are used throughout the Medical Center Campus and is supported by Plant Operations & Maintenance 247365.
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
3/28/2023
Salary Range
$35.91-$47.37
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
08
Location
ABMCO Building
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Superintendent of the HVAC Control Shop in Plant Operations & Maintenance. PO&M has the primary responsibility for the operation, maintenance, service, and repair of buildings, grounds, machinery, and utility systems at the UCDHS. This position functions as a 'working' skilled craft journeyman HVAC Control Technician in a lead capacity for the HVAC Control Shop for a group of employees (HVAC Control Technicians) on a project, corrective or preventative maintenance work orders. The Lead HVAC Control Technician will assign staff with regards to status of projects and delegation of HVAC Control work activities. Incumbent must be able to schedule and control the daily working arrangements. This lead must perform skilled journey level HVAC Control work in the installation, repair, operation, maintenance, and programming of building automation systems and HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics / Central Plant Utility, responsible for repair, calibrations, corrective maintenance on all mechanical systems, refrigeration equipment and air conditioning systems.

As a lead for these employees the incumbent can perform the following duties: keeps management appraised of overall project performance (i.e., staffing or resource needs, completion dates, changes/delays in scheduling, etc.); distributes and reviews work performed on a daily basis; informal problem-solving; schedules or approves daily work schedule based on project needs; provides general input on employee's performance to higher-level manager/supervisor; and refers and provides information to a higher-level manager/supervisor regarding issues or concerns which may result in a disciplinary action on an employee assigned to their project.

As a lead for these employees the incumbent can perform the following duties: this includes, but not limited to monitor and modify control systems and associated hardware, installation, repair, operation, maintenance, and programming of building automation systems and HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics / Central Plant Utility, responsible for repair, calibrations, corrective maintenance on all mechanical systems, refrigeration equipment, air conditioning systems and Pneumatic Tube, and Lighting Controls.

Required Qualifications

Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

• Must possess a certificate of completion from a recognized union apprenticeship program, University apprenticeship program, accredited trade school or have the equivalent amount of experience and training comparable to a journey level craftsperson in HVAC.
  
• Leadership experience.
  
• Substantial experience in the Mechanical trade and related practices, tools and equipment.
  
• Experience in Microsoft Suite which includes Word. Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
• Skills to perform all phases of HVAC Controls at Journeyman level.
  
• Skills to lead staff with regards to status of projects and delegation of everyday work activities.
  
• Ability to coordinate emergency response with HVAC Control Technicians.
  
• Ability to show good ethical standards and practices.
  
• Must have skills, knowledge and ability to perform all functions of HVAC Control trades.
  
• Must have skill and knowledge in the installation of seismic restraints/anchoring.
  
• Technical knowledge of multiple trades and skill levels trade to assign jobs according to employees' abilities and hospital standards.
  
• Must be current on hospital codes and procedures.
  
• Must have the administrative skills to keep accurate record accounts of labor time, material costs and estimates
  
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to interact and covey information/instructions to diverse groups of individuals.
  
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations applicable to multiple-craft trades.
  
• Skill to develop implement and conduct technical training and safety programs.
  
• Ability to learn and observe the safety policies and guidelines set up by the department.
  
• Skills to read and interpret blueprints and working specifications.
  
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Must speak well enough to communicate with co-workers, peers, customers, and managers.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Health Care Facility
  

Special Requirements

• Must be able to work scheduled/unscheduled overtime and available during off duty periods by telephone.
  
• Requires medical exam that includes TB test, audio, and asbestos exposure.
  
• This position does not permit smoking inside University building or vehicles.
  
• Must have good body mobility for stooping, pushing, carrying, reaching, and to twist and turn upper body in equipment operations.
  

• Must be able to work in confined space and high areas.
  
• Must be able to safely work on any height ladder or scaffold, comfortably and efficiently.
  
• Incumbent must have physical stamina to work in inclement weather (hot/cold), confined spaces, from ladders, scaffolds, roofs, etc.
  
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  

This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

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As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Final Filing Date
3/28/2023
Salary Range
$35.91-$47.37
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
08
Location
ABMCO Building
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdmed/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=5&JobOpeningId=50450&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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