Environmental Systems Mechanic II

GENERAL CLASS DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the area of installation, repair, alteration, replacement and maintenance of components of environmental systems such as refrigeration, temperature control and heating (all fuel types) and support systems. Utilizes computerized building environmental automation systems to collect mechanical system performance data to ensure system reliability. 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.   Performs all duties listed under Environmental Systems Mechanic I.

2.   Installs and maintains environmental systems equipment and components such as air conditioning equipment, chillers, condensers, pumps, fume hoods, autoclaves, environmental chambers, scientific equipment, cascade cooling units, process water systems, compressors and other pneumatic and computerized controls. Installs and maintains cooling tower equipment, plate-frame heat exchangers, cooling water treatment equipment, heating systems (all fuel types) to include boilers, unit heaters, furnaces, radiant heating, heat pump systems (geothermal and air source) and other emerging technology equipment/systems.

3.   Tests and evaluates performance of systems using specialized equipment, repairs or replaces defective valves, thermostats, sensor and other parts in both pneumatic and computerized building environmental automation systems.

4.   Operates computerized building environmental automation systems that control heating and cooling systems.

5.   Performs continuous commissioning and retro commissioning of various types of environmental equipment to assure these systems are meeting energy optimization efficiency goals, operating to desired baselines, and are meeting the expectations of the customer.

6.   Utilizes energy monitoring devices and test equipment to establish predictive type maintenance repairs that extend the life of systems and eliminate out of service conditions.

7.   Provides functional guidance and training to apprentices, replacements, students and other personnel as required.

8.   Other duties as assigned by appropriate department or administrative personnel.