Boiler Service Technician na Sioux City Community School District

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 

The Boiler Service Technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of heating systems, boilers, and associated equipment throughout the school district. This position ensures that all boiler systems function efficiently and comply with safety and environmental regulations, contributing to a safe and comfortable environment for students, staff, and visitors. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair boiler systems, hot water systems, burners, and associated HVAC equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to avoid breakdowns and ensure optimal system performance.
• Monitor and test boiler water quality and chemical treatment systems.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs in accordance with District and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to emergency calls and system failures promptly, including during off-hours or weekends when required.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors for repairs or installations.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations regarding boiler operation and safety.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and schematics.
• Assist in energy conservation efforts by optimizing boiler system performance.
• Participate in required training and stay up to date with relevant certifications and industry best practices.
• Replace hydronic and domestic water lines and fittings, control valves, activators, and sensors.
• Read, understand, and comply with appropriate MSDS, confined space, and lockout/tagout information.
• Understand back flow valve operations and has the ability to install, operate, repair, and/or replace as needed on plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. Backflow license may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED, Three to five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read, write, and change computer operated energy management systems and programming associated with boilers, HVAC equipment, water softeners, exhaust, and supply equipment when required. Ability to install, diagnose and repair DDC controls, actuators, controllers, geothermal well systems, and related equipment. Must possess First Class Hydronic Engineer's license. Level 3 asbestos license may be required. HVAC license is preferred or can be obtained. 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to instruct semi-skilled and unskilled laborers. 

ANALYTICAL and REASONING SKILLS 

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. knowledge of federal, state, and local codes pertaining to environmental systems and building operations. May be required to perform and document asbestos mitigation. 

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS 

Understanding and use of HVAC and other equipment control computers and software. Must be able to use the computer to process work orders, complete time tracking, and to enter accounting information. Able to retrieve and print information from various computer programs when needed. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. 

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED 

Will perform other duties as may be assigned by the superintendent or designee, necessary and appropriate achievement of the program and/or District goals and objectives. 

The Sioux City Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas: Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Arts, Technology, & PLTW.

The Sioux City Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information (for employment), national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status (for employment) in its educational programs and its employment practices.  The District is required by Title IX and 34 CFR Part 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs, activities, or employment.  

Inquiries or grievances under Section 504  and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act may be directed to Dr. Dora Jung, Director of Student Services/Title IX Coordinator at 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075,  [email protected]. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations to the District may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, or both. Please see District Board policies 103 and 504.4 for additional information on available grievance procedures.