HVAC Superintendent

Full Job Description

Under general direction, is responsible for performing technical and supervisory work in the operation and maintenance of large heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and related equipment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Frank Wing Municipal Court – 401 S. Frio St, San Antonio, Texas 78207

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday

Requirements

• Plans and organizes staff to ensure proper operation and maintenance of all HVAC equipment, to include the proper training, direction and management of staff to achieve this goal.
• Develops maintenance requirements and schedules for all equipment, including repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Makes periodic inspections of all equipment.
• Provides the necessary training for the operation and maintenance of equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operates central HVAC controls in the absence of a trained operator.
• Oversees maintenance records of all equipment.
• Prepares operating and management reports.
• Determines the requirement and use of outside maintenance contractors on HVAC equipment.
• Directs the installation of new equipment.
• Directs the calibration and repair of automated controls and equipment.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory laws and guidelines in operation of the building infrastructure.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Ten (10) years of experience supervising commercial HVAC systems, to include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Class "A" license with combined endorsements (C) issued by the State of Texas within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Experience with Direct Digital Controls (DDC).
• Experience using Building Automation Systems.
• Experience using Direct Expansion (DX) Unitary Systems Package Systems (20 tons or larger).
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controllers.

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.

One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.

Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of International Mechanical Code and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of HVAC operations and maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of HVAC system design procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical HVAC control systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment installation and repair procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of HVAC computer control systems.
• Knowledge of functions and mechanics providing heat and air conditioning to large buildings.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Skill in the proficient use of personal computers and associated software.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are inside and outside.