DEPT OF EMERGENCY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

Work Location: 161st Air Wing/CES, Phoenix, AZ

Salary: $17.6821 - $24.7085 Per hour (DOE) 

Grade: 19

This position will remain posted until filled. Resumes will be reviewed weekly.

This HVAC/EMS position works under the general direction of the Physical Plant Supervisor with minimal supervision in performing Journeyman Level work in the Operation, Maintenance & Repair of Large Modern HVAC, Refrigeration, Heating Systems, Equipment and Energy Management System (EMS). Requires some Minor Installation/Construction as assigned to keep buildings and property functional and safe. The HVAC/EMS Mechanic is responsible for responding to and resolving all Energy Management and HVAC issues and concerns for all 161st Air Refueling Wing Air National Guard managed spaces located in Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities include:
• Troubleshoot, maintain, inspect, modify, and repair industrial heating, ventilations systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment, including DX and hydronic systems and components, controls for chillers, fans and fan motors, pumps, VFD and VRV systems, motors, electric controls, and associated safety, overcurrent, and other equipment protection devices.
• Implement and facilitate the Energy Management Systems (EMS) and HVAC controls and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). May be required to install, adjust, calibrate, and troubleshoot HVAC on an Energy Management System. Adjust compute-based EMS program for proper HVAC comfort and energy management control. Coordinate work with vendors for assigned projects.
• Explore and seek out any opportunities for improving equipment performance and longevity. Work in a team environment and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Coordinate and work with Building Managers, Supervisors and other CES maintenance staff on projects, routine work and scheduled heating and air conditioning repairs or maintenance.
• Ensure proper operation of all HVAC related systems after repair or installation by inspection. Ensure all new material installations are captured and recorded with the Civil Engineer Operations Production Control section for record keeping.

Knowledge of:
• Electrical, mechanical, and HVAC/Stationary Engineering systems heat load, chiller, and DX system calculations.
• Energy management systems such as Andover, Siemens, Schneider, and Tridium.
• N4 Graphical User Workstation for the EMCS system.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and ladder diagrams.
• Current HVAC construction principles, methods, and techniques of CMMS systems.
• Chiller plant operations and DX system calculations.

Skilled in:
• Estimating time and material requirements for work projects, including cost analysis of repairing existing equipment vs. replacement with new equipment.
• Cost analysis of repairing existing equipment versus replacement with new equipment.
• Installation, repair, and maintenance of all HVAC systems and assignments common to the trade.
• Interpret National and local building codes in the planning and performance of HVAC, building repair and maintenance.

Ability to:
• Diagnose problems/malfunctions in a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment.
• Inspect, service, repair and install a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Utilize trade specific tools and material.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with both military and non-military personnel to accomplish assigned missions.
• Work outside in extreme temperatures.
• Complete assignments timely with minimal supervision.

Desired qualifications include any combination of experience, education and training that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities described. The preferred candidate for this position will possess 3+ years of journeyman Experience in the operation, repair, and maintenance of large, modern refrigeration and heating systems, supplemented by training in modern refrigeration air conditioning systems and EMS; or equivalent full-time experience in a specialty appropriate to the assignment may be considered.

• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state issued driver's license. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete a required driver training (See Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).
• In-State Travel required.
• Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation as well as possess the ability to achieve a favorable Tier 3 investigation for purpose of obtaining/maintaining a Secret clearance eligibility and Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must meet all eligibility requirements to enter other federal installations.
• Possession of EPA issued Universal Certificate for freon.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Eligible DEMA employees participate in excellent retirement programs provided by the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and for fire personnel the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact hr@azdema.gov.
DEMA is a smoke-free work environment.
ADA/EEO Employer
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Employer