Facilities Maintenance Technician (HVAC)

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in Field O&M Support (NWFF) or Critical Facilities Operations and Maintenance (NWFC) organizations, Facilities O&M (NWF), Workplace Services (NW), Chief Administrative Office (N). A successful candidate in the Facilities Maintenance Technician (HVAC) position will inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, modify and make moderate repairs to heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) systems at a Control Center.

This position is located in Vancouver, WA, a splendid place to live because of its picturesque downtown area full of trendy shops, delicious restaurants, and exclusive breweries. There are several breathtaking nature parks, miles of bike trails, and amazing panoramic mountain views! Vancouver is the perfect place for anyone who loves to be outdoors and really enjoys nature! This position is located in Portland, OR which boasts huge spans of amazing trees, foliage, landscape, and everywhere you look you can appreciate beautiful greenery! It is known as the most bike-friendly city in America, has a train system that greets you at the airport spanning across the city, and is home to the Portland International Rose Garden, the oldest in the country! Portland is the one place where you will find lively festivals, energetic music, mouthwatering food, and for you basketball fans, the Portland Trail Blazers are a 7 minute walk from the HQs building! There is always something new to experience in this eco-friendly town! As a Facilities Maintenance Technician (HVAC), you will: Inspect, install, troubleshoot, modify, repair, and maintain components (e.g., air handlers, chillers, filters, Ozone generator, Oxygen generator, etc.) of a large HVAC system. Perform painting of building structures, e.g. doors, window sashes, walls, etc. Build shelves and make repairs to building structures. Does remodeling and maintaining of existing facilities. Perform plumbing repairs and modifications to facilities. Repair concrete surfaces by patching, dry-packing, curing and finishing as required for acceptable appearances. Perform work incidental to the installation of concrete. Perform maintenance and repair of alarm systems. Perform maintenance of fuel dispensing facilities, which includes adjustment to, testing, and the changing of hoses and filters. Maintain and replace windows and doors, including adjustment of hinges, locking mechanisms, and lubrication of doors and hardware. Repair, install and adjust various types of fencing; including fence fabric, security wires, top rails, and truss supports. Perform maintenance and repair of various roofing systems, including sheet metal and down spouts. Perform maintenance of grounds, including application of pesticides and fertilizers. Perform maintenance of roads, walks, and parking areas including snow removal, sweeping, leveling, and grading. Inspect and perform minor repairs of oil containment systems (OCS) and/or the parts of systems which are non-electric/mechanical in nature. Perform maintenance of floors, including waxing, stripping, and replacing of flooring. Perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment used common to job functions. Lay out own tools and materials and keeps own work area clean. Maintain stock and stock records of maintenance supplies, equipment and tools necessary for the efficient maintenance of facilities. Maintain records and maintenance schedules in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation or BPA directives. Reports and records deficiencies found. Arrange for vendors or contractors. Make inspection of vendor deliveries or contractor work. Is responsible for preparation and submission of administrative documention associated with duties. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: This position requires a valid driver's license as a condition of employment. Additional endorsements on valid drivers license may be required to operate assigned vehicles in compliance with state regulations. Traffic citations indicating poor driving habits may disqualify applicants. This position requires an initial drug test prior to appointment and random drug or drug and alcohol testing thereafter. Failure to test or a positive result on random drug or drug and alcohol tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment. This position requires a preemployment medical exam, at BPA expense, prior to appointment due to the physical requirements of the position. After employment, this position may be subject to periodic physical examinations, as prescribed by competent medical authority and at BPA expense, if exposed to health hazards. Subject to call for emergency work at any time. Obtain non-electrical worker permit within 30 days after appointment. Possess within one year after appointment, and maintain continuously thereafter, a First Aid Card. Operate motorized equipment, e.g. 1-ton pickup, flatbed or van-type truck, forklift, or bobcat. Obtaining any necessary Certification is the responsibility of the employee. As part of the job requirements, and, at the discretion of the Control Center Manager or designee may be required to apply restricted use pesticides and may be required to obtain a pesticide applicator's license. The Administration shall provide the necessary training for such a license.