Facilities Maintenance Worker - HVAC at City of Seattle, WA

About the Department

ABOUT SEATTLE PARKS AND RECREATION: Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens, and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment, and a vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate, and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattleSeattle 

ABOUT THE FACILITIES DIVISION: The Facilities Division place a strong emphasis on providing excellent customer service to the public, clients and staff as well as helping to ensure public safety and enjoyment while they are at SPR facilities and parks.

Position Description: The Parks & Recreation Facilities Division is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker for our HVAC Department. The HVAC FMW performs a wide variety of job duties which include assisting in the maintenance and repair of Parks Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration systems.

Employees in this position perform inspections and preventive maintenance on building heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related equipment. Replace filters in HVAC systems. Maintain and perform non-journey-level repairs to louvers, screens, hoses, belts, and filter systems as needed. This position reports to the Facility Technical Supervisor. This position is represented by PSIE Local 242 – Laborers. 

We are currently recruiting for one (1) regular, benefited position on the Day Shift between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on a 4-day, 10-hour shift.

Position Duties

• Assist HVAC Technicians with services and repairs of HVAC systems and accessory equipment. 
• Replace worn seals, bearings, filters, and pumps.
• Performs preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Maintains dampers, filters, louvers, fans, air compressors, heating coils, ductwork, and other HVAC system components.
• Orders and inventories a variety of supplies, parts, and tools related to the work performed.    
• Inspect, clean, and replace intake screens and filters. 
• Inspect some mechanical systems associated with some HVAC systems.
• Ensure the job site is clean and safe during and after projects.
• Safe work zone preparation for skilled trades to perform technical work. 

• Work with Asset Management Work Order (AMWO) system. 

• Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Three years of general maintenance and repair work, including experience in work related to one or more specific trades. (Combinations of experience, training, and education will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.)

License, Certification, and Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

 Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively prioritize and schedule maintenance tasks, aligning them with departmental needs.
• Two years of experience in facilities maintenance work, or mechanical equipment repair within a facilities maintenance setting.
• Be highly motivated and able to work as a team member in a demanding work environment, meeting tight deadlines.
• Two years’ experience in the HVAC industry.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use standard office software and work order/asset management systems for tasks such as record-keeping, reporting, and communication.
• Two years of experience using hand and power tools.
• Can work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Competence in maintaining clear and comprehensive written records.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate maintenance activities, convey operational needs, concerns, and procedures.
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency in verbal communication to convey information effectively and professionally. 
• Experience in interacting with the public coupled with a high level of proficiency in customer service.
• Experience maintaining multiple municipal or large commercial facilities.
• Ability to obtain a City of Seattle Grade IV Boiler Fireman’s License within one year of employment.

Other Qualifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Other:

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. 
• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Work requires exposure to excessive noise and requires taking safety precautions around equipment.
• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Work at extreme heights on ladders or lifts.
• Frequently required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• May work near energized equipment.
• Occasionally requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances.
• May work near heavy equipment.
• May work in confined spaces.
• Dependent on business needs, candidates may be required to obtain a respirator clearance fit test. 

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

*Incomplete Applications will not be considered*

**All approved candidates for this position will be required to perform working tests as a portion of the hiring process.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

A current Washington State driver's license is required.  A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing must be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with a driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including successfully passing pre-employment physical, a review of criminal history, driving records, and reference checks. In compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17, applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with notice.

The full salary range for this position is $37.82 – $40.75 hourly.