Maintenance Worker I - HVAC

Under the general supervision of the Director of Maintenance, the employee is responsible for operating, maintaining, repairing and modifying mechanical, electrical, and control systems of heating and air conditioning (HVAC), piping, natural gas, electrical components, controls and digital, electronic and automated control systems.

POSTING DATE: AUGUST 13, 2025

SALARY: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E3, 03 (range: $44,333 - $61,480).

ANTICIPATED START DATE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2025

This position will be based initially at Wallace in Dothan, Alabama.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: HVAC Maintenance. Installs, operates, t roubleshoots, and repairs HVAC systems using ASHRAE, ASME, NFPA, IBC, ADEM, NEC, and other applicable codes and regulations to maintain efficient operation of heating and air equipment.

1. Performs tasks assigned by the Director of Maintenance through the use of an automated commercial work order system.
2. Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, services and maintains complex and major HVAC systems including 11 pipe chilled water systems, variable air volume boxes and controls, air cooled chillers, air handlers, low pressure boilers, evaporators, chilled and hot water pumps, condensers, motors, drive mechanisms and control systems.
3. Operates, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs all types of control systems for manual, mechanical and electrical systems on air conditioning, boiler, air-handling, refrigeration, electrical and water systems.
4. Operates, troubleshoots, repairs, and services the College-owned portion of the natural gas system including valves, piping, regulators, controls and equipment.
5. Provides full spectrum maintenance and installation on piping, valves, and instrumentation to include refrigerant piping, chilled and hot water lines, gas lines, portable water lines and boiler feed services. Cuts welds and patches lines as necessary.
6. Services gas fired heaters, boilers, water heaters and other equipment.
7. Performs scheduled maintenance on HVAC systems and other equipment as needed, including compressor change-outs and repairs and remove, replace and recycle refrigerants.
8. Adjusts and monitors electrical, digital and computer energy management system as required to maintain comfortable building temperatures.
9. Analyzes, troubleshoots and repairs or replaces electrical breakers, control boxes, and circuits on electrical systems and equipment.
10. Installs air conditioning and heating equipment including ducting, diffusers, supply/return grilles, interfaces, variable air volume boxes, etc.
11. Installs, repairs, and maintains generators, transformers, circuits, wiring, and other electrical systems and equipment supporting HVAC functions in accordance with pertinent codes, standards, and regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: General Mechanical Operations. Performs general work and other activities to ensure efficient operation of facility equipment.

1. Operates the College's automated building management system (currently Honeywell SymmetrE R410.2).
2. Orders parts and equipment for repairs and inventory, planning for stock levels to keep systems operational.
3. Operates motor vehicles in pick-up, delivery and transportation of people and supplies.
4. Develops recommendations on tasks needing outside contracted personnel and presents to Director of Maintenance.
5. Plans and estimates repair jobs for repairs requiring outside assistance.
6. Monitors and verifies that repair work performed is completed and that work meets the system requirements for safe and efficient operation.
7. Serves on college committees when requested.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: College Expectations. Dependability, attendance, punctuality, and a commitment to do the job right are essential at all times.

1. Reports to work on time, at appropriate workstation or department during all departmental/position scheduled work days and during all departmental/position scheduled work hours.
2. Understands that failure to report for work and/or reporting late without prior approval are unacceptable practices and will result in disciplinary action.
3. Performs a productive full day's work.
4. Ensures that service to students and the general public is top priority.
5. Demonstrates a considerate, friendly, respectful and constructive attitude toward fellow employees and students.
6. Adheres to all College and System policies and procedures.

Qualifications

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED is required .
2. Possess Universal Refrigerant Handler's Certificate issued by an EPA recognized body is required .
3. Two years of full-time experience with commercial/industrial HVAC systems including chilled water systems is required .
4. Possess a current and valid driver's license is required .
5. Ability to travel overnight as necessary.
6. Ability to work nonstandard hours and overtime as required.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE: The President will appoint an Advisory and Interview Committee to include representatives of the College faculty and staff. This committee will employ appropriate procedures, including the review of application packets, interview, and demonstration of competency, to determine which applicants are to be recommended to the President for further consideration. From all the applications received, an advisory committee will select the applicants to be interviewed.

Applicants must travel at their own expense for interviews that are conducted in person. Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. A complete application packet must be received no later than 2 :00 pm, Thursday, August 28, 2025 . Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. A complete application packet consists of:

1. Completed Wallace Community College employment application
2. Current resume
3. Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications.
4. Employment verification letter(s) verifying a minimum of three years of full-time experience with commercial/industrial HVAC systems including chilled water systems . Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. If an employment verification cannot be obtained, i.e. business is no longer in operation, an applicant may submit copies of appointment letters or contracts or pay stubs or W-2 forms to verify the minimum required 3 years of experience.
5. Copy of a current and valid driver's license.
6. Copy of a Universal Refrigerant Handler's Certificate issued by an EPA recognized body .
7. Appropriate transcript identifying the applicant, institution, date degree conferred, and verifying the applicant has received the minimum High School diploma or GED. (A copy of the diploma will not suffice). NOTE : If employed, official transcripts will be required at that time.
   

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: www.wallace.edu/employment

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT WALLACE COLLEGE ...) PLEASE NOTE:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SCANNED. It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. If you need assistance scanning documents, please contact:

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• WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED OR E-MAILED application materials.
• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
• All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.

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In ac cordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. Wallace Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

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Wallace Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Wallace Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.