Maintenance Mechanic 2 - HVAC

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Maintenance Mechanic 2 - HVAC

Salary

$45,540.00 - $52,788.00 Annually

Location

WA 99301, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

C-17-24

Division

Plant Operations

Opening Date

11/29/2017

Description

Columbia Basin College ("CBC" or the "College") seeks a Maintenance Mechanic 2 to install, operate, maintain and repair ventilation, air conditioning equipment, chilled water systems, and refrigeration units in CBC buildings and facilities.  This position is also responsible for skilled work in diagnostic testing, repair, and maintenance of HVAC, steam and hot water distribution systems.  The Maintenance Mechanic 2 reports to the Maintenance Mechanic 4.

Closing Date: Open until filled (First Consideration closes December 10, 2017 @ 11:59 pm)

Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all types of mechanical equipment and all forms of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment; 
  • Install, maintain, diagnose and repair various equipment to ensure proper operation; may include chillers, refrigeration, water bath and constant temperature equipment; heating, boilers and ventilation equipment; air handlers, air flow dampers, commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment;
  • Operate hand and power tools in a skilled manner; fabricate material and equipment in workshops;
  • Maintain, operate and troubleshoot boilers and all related controls and equipment;
  • Operate DCM Automated Logic Control System;
  • Install, maintain, operate, and repair electric, pneumatic, and all HVAC DDC computer programs, controls, equipment, wiring and end devices; write new and rewrite old DDC computer programs;
  • Inspect, maintain, and repair plumbing, heating, water, cooling, refrigeration, sewer and fire suppression systems;
  • Monitor and adjust heat and air conditioning in buildings using automated building monitoring and control systems;
  • Operate and maintain fluid and electronic testing and measuring instruments; keep record of work performed and supplies used;
  • Prepare surface for welding; use arc or acetylene welding and burning equipment;
  • Repair, install and maintain electrical connections, switches, circuits, electrical equipment, thermostats, valves and controls;
  • Develop preliminary cost estimates for installations and repairs;
  • Drive service truck as required; load and unload materials and supplies;
  • Read and interpret blueprints;
  • May assist, coordinate and/or work with other trades and crafts journey personnel; and
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program as a refrigeration mechanic or full journey status as a refrigeration mechanic; or a vocational training certificate from an accredited institution; or four (4) years applicable work experience;
  • HVAC certification, refrigerant handling and usage or ability to obtain such; and
  • Valid US driver's license or ability to obtain one.

Terms of Employment

Safety and Security: Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly; knowledge and observance of principles of operational hazards and safety practices of HVAC trade;

Technical Skills: Assess own strengths and weaknesses; pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, equipment used in mechanical trade and HVAC work; exercise skills with knowledge of electrical systems, brazing, soldering and plumbing;

Design Skills: Generate creative solutions; ability to read, interpret, and update blueprints; demonstrate attention to detail; use automated monitoring and control systems; estimate time and materials; use arc and gas welding equipment;

Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality; ability to perform skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction of buildings, machinery, facilities and equipment;

Oral Communication: Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; participate in meetings;

Written Communication: Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information; and

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills.
 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This position is a twelve month (12) month full-time represented classified staff position. The typical work hours for this position after the training period will be Tuesday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be an orientation/training period lasting no more than (2) months on a Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. schedule. Working hours may vary due to work demands and some evening and weekend work may be required. This is an overtime eligible position.

PROCESS NOTE:

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Columbia Basin College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.

Columbia Basin College operates under an approved affirmative action plan and encourages applications from persons of color, women, veterans and persons of disability. The Human Resources Office is accessible to those with disabilities. If you need accommodation in application or employment, contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 542-4833.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to perform demanding physical labor;
  • Must be able to lift 80+ pounds; crawl, bend stoop, stand, walk for long periods of time; use extra exertion when tightening or loosening during use of various tools;
  • Able to climb stairs and ladders and endure heights of varying degrees; and
  • Must be able to cope with working indoors and outdoors in extreme hot or cold weather as well as under rainy and windy conditions.

UNION CLAUSE:

This is a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE
 
Eligibility
Permanent, seasonal and part-time employees as determined by WAC 182-12-114. Benefits also cover spouses or state-registered domestic partners, and dependent children up to age 26.
 
Effective date of coverage
First day of the month following your date of employment. If the date of employment is the first working day of a month, coverage begins on the date of employment.
 
Medical Plan Monthly Costs
Employees pay their portion of medical care costs through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and elected coverage for spouses or state-registered domestic partners, and dependent children.
 
Employee Monthly Contribution by Family Tier

Kaiser WA Classic:
2019 Employee Only: $165
2019 Employee and Spouse: $340
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $289
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $464

Kaiser WA Value:
2019 Employee Only: $88
2019 Employee and Spouse: $186
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $154
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $252
 
Kaiser WA CDHP*(Consumer Directed Health Plan):
2019 Employee Only: $25
2019 Employee and Spouse: $60
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79

Uniform Medical Plan Classic (UMP Classic), administered by Regence BlueShield (PPO):
2019 Employee Only: $107
2019 Employee and Spouse: $224
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $187
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $304

Uniform Medical Plan CDHP* (Consumer Directed Health Plan), administered by Regence Blueshield:
2019 Employee Only: $25
2019 Employee and Spouse: $60
2019 Employee and Child/Children: $44
2019 Employee, Spouse and Child/Children: $79
*Consumer Directed Health Plans (CDHP's) are paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
CDHP's are a type of insurance plan that has lower premiums, a higher annual deductible, and higher out-of-pocket maximum than traditional health plans. An HSA is a tax-exempt account that you or your employer, can deposit funds into on your behalf.
For more information about CDHP, HSA, and traditional health plans, please visit http://www.hca.wa.gov/pebb/Pages/cdhp.aspx.
Columbia Basin College provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee.
Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans, including:
Uniform Dental Plan
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
 
DeltaCare
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
 
Willamette Dental
Managed Care Plan
Administered by Willamette Dental
*Costs for dental services provided and coverage options vary based on plan selection.

Vision
Employees do not pay a separate premium for vision coverage; it is covered under the medical plan. Optical service frequency and hardware (glasses, contact lenses, etc.) vary depending on type of plan selected.
 
Waiving Medical Coverage
Employees may waive health enrollment if they have other comprehensive group medical coverage. If you have existing coverage through your spouse or domestic partner, please contact the plan directly to see how the plan will coordinate benefits.
Although employees may apply to waive medical coverage, employees must enroll in dental, basic life and basic long-term disability insurance (no monthly premium cost to the employee).

MEDICAL FLEX SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA) & DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (DCAP)
http://www.hca.wa.gov/pebb/Pages/fsa.aspxhttp://pebb.asiflex.com
The FSA and DCAP plans are offered by the College and The State of Washington. They are calendar year, pre-tax, spending programs you can use to set aside money for eligible expenses. Both plans are offered as payroll deductions.
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a PEBB sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses. An FSA can save you 25 - 40% on your eligible expenses.
Annual contributions in 2013 can be between a minimum of $240 to maximum of $2500.
As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employee, spouse, or IRS eligible dependents.
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) allows you to save on child or elder care expenses (e.g. babysitting, daycare, in-home care for an older dependent incapable of self-care).
 
Eligibility
Permanent employees, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and dependent children up to 26 years of age.
 
Effective date of coverage
First of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage,
amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date or for guaranteed issue amounts, the first of the month following signature date on the form.

Basic Coverage*
$25,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
*Basic Coverage is employer provided at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental Life Coverage(s)
Supplemental term insurance coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available in $10,000 increments from $10,000
up to $750,000 At an additional cost to the employee.

Supplemental AD&D Coverage
Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner and family is available at an additional cost to employee.
Life Insurance Evidence of Insurability may be required for certain supplemental coverage amounts.
 
Basic Plan*
Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income.
The maximum benefit is $240 per month; the minimum benefit is $50 per month. Benefits begin after 90 days of disability or the period of accumulated sick leave, whichever is longer.
*Basic Coverage is employer provided at no cost to the employee.

Optional Plan
There is an optional plan that pays 60% of pre-disability monthly earnings, reduced by any deductible income, and is available at an additional cost to employee. Maximum benefit $6000 per month; minimum benefit is $240 per month. Cost for the optional plan is determined by employee type and waiting period selected.
Eligible employees will have a Washington state-sponsored retirement plan through one of two administrators. The Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) administers the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) for classified and admin/exempt employees and Teachers Retirement System (TRS) for faculty. The Teachers Insurance & Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF) administers the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) for admin/exempt employees and faculty.

OPTIONAL BENEFITS (VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION)
Program brochures and additional information available upon request.
• American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (AFLAC)
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
• John Hancock Life Insurance Company – Long-Term Care
• Liberty Mutual Auto/Home Insurance
• School Employees Credit Union (Benton & Franklin Counties)
• School Employees Credit Union of Washington
• Voluntary/Supplemental Retirement Annuities – TIAA-CREF (403b) & Deferred Comp Program (457)
• Washington State Employees Credit Union

CBC ALUMNI, STUDENTS & FRIENDS PROGRAM
Available to all current CBC faculty and staff!
• Local area discounts - including discounts for restaurants, shopping, entertainment and health around the Pacific Northwest
• Travel program and travel discounts
• Discounts with national retailers and entertainment - including Disney, Broadway, Mariners and other sporting events
• Daily U Deals - 75% off sports equipment, proceeds will benefit CBC Athletic Department
 
REDUCED TUITION WAIVER PROGRAM
Employees can take most credit and non-credit classes at a reduced cost when space is available and certain conditions are met. Please see Tuition Waiver Form below for full details.
 
Credit classes
Permanent classified, faculty, adjunct faculty and administrative employees of CBC may take almost any credit class on a space-available basis if requirements and prerequisites have been met. The basic cost is $5.00, plus any fees associated with that class. Hourly and probationary employees are not eligible for this reduced tuition.

VACATION, SICK LEAVE, & HOLIDAYS
Vacation & Sick Leave
Classified staff, full-time and affiliated faculty members, and administrative staff accrue vacation and sick leave at rates determined by their employer group. Employees represented by a bargaining unit should refer to their negotiated agreement for accrual rates.
Holidays
CBC observes the following holidays*:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
*Holiday Observance and dates subject to change based on employment status, negotiated agreements, or College policy changes.
 
Personal Holiday
In addition to accrued vacation and college-wide holidays, classified and administrative staff may select one personal holiday each calendar year. Personal holidays are not cumulative and lapse at the end of each calendar year. A newly-hired classified staff member may not take the personal holiday during the first four months of employment.
 
Please Note: All information above is subject to change based on, but not limited to, employment status, legislative mandates, or College policy changes.
 


ABOUT THE TRI-CITIES AREA

http://www.columbiabasin.edu/index.aspx?page=297

Tri-City Development Council:  http://www.tridec.org/about_tri_cities/
 
Tri-City Chamber of Commerce:  http://www.tricityregionalchamber.com/
 
Tri-Cities Guide:  http://tri-citiesguide.org/attractions-things-to-do.htm
 

Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau: http://www.visittri-cities.com/

All premium rates listed are as of January 1, 2018.

01
Do you meet the required qualification of one of the following: completion of a recognized apprenticeship program as a refrigeration mechanic or full journey status as a refrigeration mechanic; or a vocational training certificate from an accredited institution; or four (4) years applicable work experience?
  • Yes
  • No
02
If yes, which of the requirements do you fulfill?
  • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a refrigeration mechanic
  • Full journey status as a refrigeration mechanic
  • A vocational training certificate from an accredited institution
  • Four (4) years applicable work experience
03
Please describe how you meet the above requirements. Give position titles and dates the work/training was performed.
04
Do you currently have a certification for HVAC refrigerant handling and usage or the ability to obtain such?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you possess a valid US driver's license or have the ability to obtain one?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Describe your experience working with commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration and commercial water cooling systems. Include in your response: a.) Types of HVAC systems you have experience working and repairing. b.) List of tools you have used to perform maintenance work on HVAC systems c.) Work experience performed independently or with supervision.
07
Describe an experience that required you to troubleshoot a mechanical failure or problem, and explain the steps you took to successfully resolve the problem.
08
Please provide an example of a time when you needed to work collaboratively with another department or group to achieve a common goal.
09
This job requires considerable contact with a broad spectrum of people. What is your experience working with and for people of diverse backgrounds and share with us why you believe that experience is relevant to the work of this position?

Required Question

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